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The NCG Golf Podcast

National Club Golfer

The NCG Golf Podcast, by National Club Golfer, brings stories from the world of golf to life. Tom Irwin and Steve Carroll chat about everything from the clubhouse game, to tour, equipment, and courses, and welcome special guests from the world of golf along the way. Available on your preferred podcast platform.

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41:57

Moving Day: Forget everything we said yesterday.

The NCG Golf Podcast ·

2026/04/12

In this Saturday edition of the NCG Golf Podcast, Tom Irwin and Dan Murphy return to reassess the ever-shifting landscape of The Masters. After the optimism surrounding Rory McIlroy’s earlier performance, moving day told a very different story. McIlroy struggled to find his rhythm, leaving the door wide open for the chasing pack.Stepping into the spotlight was Cameron Young, who produced a sensational 65 to surge up the leaderboard and ignite the tournament heading into Sunday. With momentum

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42:38

Anatomy of a 65, in the company of greatness

The NCG Golf Podcast ·

2026/04/11

In this special Masters edition of the NCG Golf Podcast, Tom Irwin and Dan Murphy dissect a truly memorable round from Rory McIlroy. The episode takes listeners shot-by-shot through McIlroy’s sensational performance at The Masters. The duo explore the key moments that defined the round, the strategic decisions that shaped his score, and how this display stacks up against some of Augusta National’s most iconic performances. With expert insight and passionate analysis, Tom and Dan place McIlroy’s 65

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51:16

Tradition Unlike Any Other: Thursday at The Masters

The NCG Golf Podcast ·

2026/04/10

Tom Irwin and Dan Murphy break down all the action from an enthralling opening day at Augusta National. From standout performances and surprise contenders to the traditions and quirks that make The Masters truly unique, the duo explore the moments that only happen at Augusta. Expect sharp analysis, behind-the-scenes insights, and plenty of storytelling as the journey to the Green Jacket gets underway.

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55:09

Inside Augusta National: What It’s Really Like

The NCG Golf Podcast ·

2026/04/08

Augusta National is one of the most famous venues in sport, but what is it really like beyond the perfectly manicured fairways and familiar TV shots? In this special episode of the NCG Golf Podcast, Dan Murphy and Tom Irwin take you inside the gates to share their first-hand experiences from the home of the Masters on the day before the action starts.From the subtleties of the course’s elevation changes to the scale of its most iconic holes, they cut through the usual clichés to reveal what makes

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84:36

Masters preview special: What is the greatest Masters...

The NCG Golf Podcast ·

2026/04/02

It’s the best episode of the year! It’s our Masters preview! It’s the ceremonial opening to the golf season and Tom Irwin and Steve Carroll are very excited about this year’s hunt for the Green Jacket. What is the greatest Masters of all time? Why is it so hard to go back-to-back? And is the Champions Dinner actually at the very heart of everything about the tournament? We’ve got a how to guide to Augusta, break down some Masters myths and, most importantly, tell you who might go on to win. There

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48:43

Has the World Handicap System ruined match play...

The NCG Golf Podcast ·

2026/03/26

Tom Irwin has been signing up for every match play competition his club offers and, this week, he tells co-host Steve Carroll why the format is so special.But Steve’s not quite so convinced. Is arranging games just too much of a hassle? And what impact does the World Handicap System have on the formats? Does 100 per cent of Course Handicap in singles competitions give some players too much of an advantage? The pair also reveal some of your on-course nightmares and Steve’s got a sticky rules

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54:33

The rounds of golf we are desperate to forget

The NCG Golf Podcast ·

2026/03/19

These are the rounds we would rather forget – the shots that went wrong, the blow ups on and off the course that left us wondering whether we should ever swing a club ever again.This week Tom Irwin and Steve Carroll are in the Confessional, recounting the occasions they cringed and collapsed. From an embarrassing error at Open Regional Qualifying to a Captain’s Day disaster, these are the times we just wanted to curl up and die on the golf course. Enjoy them, commiserate with us, and get in touch

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58:09

Why do club golfers have a problem with foursomes?

The NCG Golf Podcast ·

2026/03/12

Podcast host Tom Irwin has been to the Sunningdale Foursomes – a traditional curtain-raiser to the golf season – and he absolutely loved it.But in club land foursomes can sometimes be a difficult sell, with golfers arguing over the format or reluctant to hit only half the shots in a normal round. This week, Tom and Steve review foursomes, why it can struggle to gain a fuller foothold in the club game, and why more of us should consider spending more time playing alternate shot. Is it the purest

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52:19

Is golf still designed by men, for men?

The NCG Golf Podcast ·

2026/03/05

Women’s participation in golf is growing – but is it growing fast enough? Does the industry really understand the experience of women in golf? And is the biggest barrier access or culture?This week, we’re joined by Nicole Wheatley, founder of the Women in Golf Awards, to talk about participation, accountability, and whether golf is ready to honesty look at itself. The new Fairways Project, launched by the Awards in collaboration with 59Club, is a five-year global study designed to measure women’s

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59:34

Are we bothered about getting better at golf?

The NCG Golf Podcast ·

2026/02/26

Are you one of those players determined to be the best they can be? Are you having regular lessons, staking out the range, and practising like there’s no tomorrow?Or are you just happy to play once a week, have a drink with your friends, and not worry about your handicap? This week, Tom Irwin and Steve Carroll ask if club golfers are motivated to improve – and what’s getting in the way of those who aren't. The pair also go through a busy mailbag, and there's a muddy rules query to match the

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65:17

Golf club membership: Is it stronger than ever – or...

The NCG Golf Podcast ·

2026/02/12

Have you ever considered leaving your golf club? How many of your clubs upped your fees last year and are they going to do it again? What keeps you loyal?We asked you about golf club membership in another big NCG survey filled in by more than 1,000 of you and Tom Irwin and Steve Carroll break down some fascinating results. We reveal what you are saying about golf club membership, and whether we’re still basking in post-pandemic participation joy or if dark clouds are on the

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57:48

Have we seen the death of golf etiquette?

The NCG Golf Podcast ·

2026/02/05

Music playing, phones buzzing, dress codes pushed to the limit – and that’s before we even start dredging up unrepaired pitch marks and unraked bunkers.Was good etiquette about fitting in, and is it now about tolerance and acceptance instead? Tom Irwin and Steve Carroll dig into the etiquette question – from pace of play to course care. They share some stories and ask whether standards are dying or just evolving. The NCG Golf Podcast is produced in association with

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68:54

What 3,000+ golfers really think about WHS

The NCG Golf Podcast ·

2026/01/29

We surveyed 3,390 golfers from across the UK and beyond to ask what they really thought about the World Handicap SystemTom Irwin and Steve Carroll reveal the results – breaking down what the data really tells us, where the system is working, and where golfers believe it is falling apart. We’ll discuss issues around trust, fairness, general play scores, and whether you think WHS truly reflects ability. The NCG Golf Podcast is produced in association with

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70:59

How does Course Rating actually work?

The NCG Golf Podcast ·

2026/01/22

It’s probably the most fundamental part of the World Handicap System but how many of us really understand Course Rating? This week, Steve Carroll is joined by Gemma Hunter, The R&A’s assistant director of handicapping, to discuss this vital piece of the puzzle. How does it work? How is the data put together? Do clubs get to see it? Is it all just about length? The NCG Golf Podcast is produced in association with

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66:40

Are independent golfer schemes killing club golf?

The NCG Golf Podcast ·

2026/01/15

It offers a cheap way to get an official handicap and players don’t need to be a member of a golf club.Whether it’s iGolf or OpenPlay, independent golfer schemes have been very successful over the past few years – and have also been a useful foot in the door for players wondering if membership is right for them. But with many pundits suggesting numbers could take a hit this year in the face of cost-of-living struggles, could they now provide an escape route? And what will mean for the club

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64:17

Should you have to pass a test to get onto the golf...

The NCG Golf Podcast ·

2026/01/07

Should you have to show basic competency before you are let loose on the fairways and greens?Tom Irwin and Steve Carroll ask this week whether rules, etiquette, pace of play, and safety should be tested before players are allowed out onto the course. Would you sit an exam to play golf? The NCG Golf Podcast is produced in association with

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35:52

It’s the big NCG Golf Podcast end of year quiz!

The NCG Golf Podcast ·

2025/12/29

We can’t see off 2025 without a huge quiz and there are reputations on the line as two podcasts collide.Steve Carroll, the pride of The NCG Golf Podcast, takes on NCG Top 100s Podcast’s very own Dan Murphy for bragging rights with Tom Irwin as your quizmaster. Who will come out on top in this test of golfing knowledge? The NCG Golf Podcast is produced in association with

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69:29

5 things you will see at your golf club in 2026......

The NCG Golf Podcast ·

2025/12/25

There are two certainties at Christmas – countdowns and a good old-fashioned lookahead.Tom Irwin and Steve Carroll get out their crystal balls – even though 2026 is only a week away – to predict what might happen in your golf clubs next year. Will there be a membership crisis? Will you still be able to use cash at your club and what lies in store for the golf professional? The NCG Golf Podcast is produced in association with

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60:15

What are the most broken rules in golf?

The NCG Golf Podcast ·

2025/12/18

What always has you shaking your head on the golf course? What are the rules that no one can get right? Tom Irwin and Steve Carroll reveal the regulations that are flouted most - and most of them have come straight from you! Whether it's dodgy drops, provisional balls that aren't, or what you get up to in bunkers, this is your line-up of the most broken rules in our sport. The NCG Golf Podcast is produced in association with

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67:49

What does 2026 hold for the World Handicap System?

The NCG Golf Podcast ·

2025/12/11

England Golf’s decision to postpone any changes to handicap allowances ends another turbulent year for the World Handicap System.With dissent as strong as ever – outlined in the many emails you send to us every week – Tom Irwin and Steve Carroll discuss the latest developments and ask what the next 12 months hold for the embattled calculator. Will WHS finally start to settle down? Does there need to be a more joined-up approach to its implementation? What it will it take for people to accept

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