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The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf

The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf

By: NewClub Golf Society
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 A golf podcast about life. Weekly stories from the culture, community, and characters shaping the game today. The Bag Drop blends honest authenticity with expert insights for passionate golfers at every level. Produced by NewClub and supported by its members, each episode welcomes guests from clubs, courses, and the lesser-known corners of the golf world for thoughtful discussions on all things golf and life. Founded in 2017, NewClub is the first of its kind golf society in the United States; blending the community and access of a private club with the variety and affordability more typical of public golf. Members enjoy thousands of reserved tee times, competitions, and events at exceptional partner courses across our local chapters, plus signature trips and exclusive perks. NewClub is on a mission to revolutionize golf membership, making the game more meaningful for all those who love it. 🎧 Listen, rate, review, and subscribe to The Bag Drop: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf/id1430328006 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2xRWtUBJH8RazdLw14oaGH SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/the-bag-drop Transistor: https://thebagdrop.transistor.fm ⛳ Learn more about NewClub: https://www.newclub.golfAll rights reserved Golf
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  • Is This Still a Simulation?

    Is This Still a Simulation?
    Oct 13 2025
    Can Simulated Golf Build Real Community? What if golf’s next great clubhouse is in your neighborhood?In this episode of The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf, host Matt Considine sits down with Jeff Testa, founder of Neighborhood National, to explore how golf simulators, technology, and shared spaces are reshaping the way golfers connect, practice, and build community.The conversation dives into:How technology and simulators are expanding access to golfWhy municipal and local golf remains vital for affordability and inclusionThe entrepreneurial journey behind Neighborhood NationalThe balance between altruism and business in golfHow social connection fuels the next era of the gameConnect with our guest⛳ Jeff Testa — https://www.neighborhoodnationalgc.com — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/GolfNeighbor | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neighborhood.national | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-testa-86507823a/Join the NewClub community🌍 Website: https://www.newclub.golf📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newclubgolf/🐦 X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/newclubgolf📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newclubgolf💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/newclubLinks & Partners🏡 Neighborhood National: https://www.neighborhoodnationalgc.com🏌️ Titleist: https://www.titleist.com🌐 Golf Blueprint: https://www.golfblueprint.comListen to The Bag Drop🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf/id1430328006🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2xRWtUBJH8RazdLw14oaGH🎧 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/633c8703-5880-4522-bd6d-5967b45fc777/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf🎧 Transistor: https://thebagdrop.transistor.fm/Connect with Matt & The Professor🎙️ Matt Considine — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/consequential85 | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consequence18/ | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-considine-103bb21/📚 Dr. Kevin Moore ("The Professor") — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/kevcmoore | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevcmoore | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-moore-177b30b3/🗣️ Contribute to the show! — 📧 email: thebagdrop@newclub.golfChapters00:00 Introduction to Golf and Community Engagement02:36 The Rise of Municipal Golf and Accessibility05:36 Transitioning from Corporate to Startup Life08:06 Building a Home Golf Simulator10:46 The Concept of Neighborhood National13:41 The Evolution of Golf Simulators16:19 Cultural Shifts in Golf Participation20:21 Altruism vs. Business in Golf23:02 Community and Golf: A Shared Experience25:57 The Importance of Social Connections in Golf28:42 The Future of Golf Technology31:38 Navigating the Golf Industry Landscape34:08 The Role of Neighborhood National in Golf36:56 Closing Thoughts and Future AspirationsWhat is NewClub?Founded in 2017, NewClub is the premier private golf society in the United States. It blends the community and access of a private club with the variety and affordability of public golf. Members enjoy thousands of reserved tee times, competitions and events at exceptional partner courses across our local chapters, as well as signature trips and exclusive perks. NewClub is revolutionizing golf membership, making the game more meaningful for those who love it.What is The Bag Drop?The Bag Drop features weekly stories from the culture, community and characters shaping golf today. Produced by NewClub Golf Society, each episode blends authenticity and expert insights for passionate golfers at all levels. Special guests from clubs, courses, and every corner of the changing landscape join us for thoughtful, in‑depth discussions on all things golf.
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Worthy of Ashes: Building Lazy J Sporting Club, South Dakota’s Golf & Hunting Haven

    Worthy of Ashes: Building Lazy J Sporting Club, South Dakota’s Golf & Hunting Haven
    Sep 29 2025
    What makes a place so special that people want their ashes spread there? In this episode of The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf, host Matt Considine sits down with Colton Craig (golf course architect) and Nick Jorgensen (CEO of Jorgensen Land & Cattle) to talk about the creation of the Lazy J Sporting Club in Ideal, South Dakota.The conversation dives into:The vision of blending golf, hunting, and ranch heritageColton’s passion for golf course architecture and Perry MaxwellNick’s family legacy in cattle farming and community buildingHow they’re shaping a sporting club worthy of ashes — a place people want to call their favorite spot on earth.Connect with our Guests:🐮 Nick Jorgensen — Lazy J Sporting Club — 💼 LinkedIn🪏 Colton Craig — Smyers, Craig, Coyne Golf Course Architects — 💼 LinkedInJoin The Community at NewClub🌍 Website: https://www.newclub.golf📸 Instagram: @newclubgolf🐦 Twitter/X: @newclubgolf📺 Youtube: @newclubgolf💼 LinkedIn: NewClubLinks & Partners🐝 NewClub: https://www.newclub.golf🏌️ Titleist: https://www.titleist.com🌐 Golf Blueprint: https://www.golfblueprint.com/🌾 Lazy J Sporting Club: https://www.lazyjclub.comListen to The Bag Drop🎧 Apple Podcasts: The Bag Drop on Apple🎧 Spotify: The Bag Drop on Spotify🎧 Transistor: The Bag Drop on TransistorConnect with Matt & The Professor🎙️ Matt Considine — 🐦 X/Twitter | 📸 Instagram | 💼 LinkedIn📚 Dr. Kevin Moore “The Professor” — 🐦 X/Twitter | 📸 Instagram| 💼 LinkedInChapters00:00 Introduction to the Lazy J Sporting Club03:59 Meet the Guests: Colton Craig and Nick Jorgensen07:22 Colton's Passion for Golf Course Architecture10:08 Nick Jorgensen's Journey in the Cattle Business16:01 The Vision Behind Lazy J Sporting Club24:10 Connecting Agriculture and Golf28:30 The Aha Moment for Golf Development31:53 The Beauty of the Land and Golf Design33:30 The Journey to Lazy J Sporting Club36:53 The Goldilocks Zone: Land and Design Philosophy38:37 Maximizing Land Use: Golf as the Best Option41:36 Creating Accessibility and Affordability in Golf43:06 A Memorable Experience with Bill Murray46:15 The Future of Lazy J: Milestones and Vision48:52 Unique Offerings: Golf and Hunting Combined51:46 The Sporting Club Experience: Privacy and Adventure56:48 Building a Legacy: Family and Community ValuesWhat is NewClub?Founded in 2017, NewClub is the premier private golf society in the U.S., blending the community and access of a private club with the variety and affordability more akin to a public golf experience. Members enjoy thousands of reserved tee times, competitions, and events at exceptional partner courses across our local chapters, as well as signature trips and exclusive perks. The NewClub ecosystem is revolutionizing golf memberships, pushing traditional U.S. structures forward, and making golf more meaningful for those who genuinely love the game.What is The Bag Drop?Weekly stories from the culture, community, and characters shaping the game today. Produced by NewClub Golf Society, the show blends authenticity and expert insights for passionate golfers at every level. Special guests from clubs, courses, and every corner of the changing landscape will join us for thoughtful, in-depth discussions on all things golf.
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Ego or Humility—What Wins the Ryder Cup? with Kyle Porter of Normal Sport

    Ego or Humility—What Wins the Ryder Cup? with Kyle Porter of Normal Sport
    Sep 22 2025
    What wins the Ryder Cup—ego or humility?In this episode of The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf, host Matt Considine welcomes back Kyle Porter, founder of 🐑 Normal Sport and longtime voice in golf media. Together, they dive into the cultural contrasts between American and European Ryder Cup teams, the balance between confidence (ego) and selflessness (humility) required to win, and how Keegan’s unlikely Captaincy and even more unlikely moves thus far might have shifted the future of U.S. team golf for good.The conversation explores:Ego vs. humility in the unique pressure of team golfHow American individualism and European collectivism shape Ryder Cup outcomesThe influence of leadership and culture on team dynamicsWhy foursomes vs. four-ball formats demand different mindsets and psychological pairingsKeegan Bradley’s surprising humility and what it signals for U.S. Ryder Cup cultureThe emotional toll of competitive golf and what it reveals about players as peopleConnect with our guest🐑 Kyle Porter — Normal SportWebsite: https://www.normalsport.com🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/kyleporterns📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kyleporterns💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-porter-71874848/Join the NewClub community🌍 Website: https://www.newclub.golf📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newclubgolf/🐦 X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/newclubgolf📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newclubgolf💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/newclubLinks & Partners 🏌️ Titleist: https://www.titleist.com🌐 Golf Blueprint: https://www.golfblueprint.com🐝 NewClub: https://www.newclub.golfListen to The Bag Drop🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf/id1430328006🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2xRWtUBJH8RazdLw14oaGH🎧 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/633c8703-5880-4522-bd6d-5967b45fc777/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf🎧 Transistor: https://thebagdrop.transistor.fm/Connect with Matt & The Professor🎙️ Matt Considine — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/consequential85 | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consequence18/ | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-considine-103bb21/📚 Dr. Kevin Moore ("The Professor") — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/kevcmoore | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevcmoore | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-moore-177b30b3/Chapters00:00 Introduction08:22 American vs. European Team Dynamics18:14 Ego and Humility in Team Golf27:47 Keegan Bradley’s Leadership37:00 The Emotional Toll of Competitive GolfWhat is NewClub?Founded in 2017, NewClub is the premier private golf society in the United States. It blends the community and access of a private club with the variety and affordability of public golf. Members enjoy thousands of reserved tee times, competitions and events at exceptional partner courses across our local chapters, as well as signature trips and exclusive perks. NewClub is revolutionizing golf membership, making the game more meaningful for those who love it.What is The Bag Drop?The Bag Drop features weekly stories from the questions, community and characters shaping golf today. Produced by NewClub Golf Society, each episode blends our untamed curiosities with expert insights for passionate golfers at all levels. Special guests from clubs, courses and every corner of golf’s broad landscape join us for thoughtful, in‑depth discussions on all things golf.
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    56 mins
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