Josh Simpson joins the podcast (a.k.a 'the Ginger Golfer') to talk about his world record breaking effort over the last 12 months playing 652 courses in a year, eclipsing the previous 581 World Record.

We talk about Josh's introduction to the sport, and how he turned a tragic chapter in his life into a force for good, raising nearly £100,000 for two wonderful charities: Macmillan Cancer Support and Tapping House. We've put the link for further donations here so you can contribute to the money raised.

We also discuss the trials and tribulations of life on the road, some of his favourite courses and also his - soon to be trademarked - shower rating system. The 10 point rating criteria can be found below:

• 2.5pts: Shower Pressure
• 2pts: Temperature (consistency & warmth)
• 2pts: 'Look'
• 1pt Towel Provided (yes or no)
• 1pt: Privacy / Draft / Space
• 0.5pts: Amenities (0.1pt for each amenity provided)
• 0.5pts: Dials accessed without getting hands wet
• 0.5pts: No need to keep pushing to activate

(Only Sunningdale & The Caversham have swept up 10 points so far!)

Follow Josh and his adventure along here.

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Sam sits down for a catch-up with friend of the pod, West Byfleet membership secretary and exceptional writer Richard Pennell. Together, they cover a wide range of topics, including Richard’s latest book, Common Grounds, which chronicles his journeys to some of the rawest and purest forms of the game.

Building on the success of his first book - Grass Routes - you can secure a copy through the wonderful folks over at Grant Books here.

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Tom sits down with Golf Badgers’ James Bledge at BTME in Harrogate to discuss the event.

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