Episode 13 - The Hill Unscripted, Bob Kitchen takes listeners inside his unforgettable trip to the Ryder Cup at Bethpage — one of golf’s most electric venues. He breaks down the impressive five-course layout, the massive merchandise tent, the fan experience, and his thoughts on Team Europe’s victory and the U.S. team’s continued struggles with pairings.

Bob shares behind-the-scenes observations about the crowd energy, standout players like Rory McIlroy, Shane Lowry, Scottie Scheffler, and Bryson DeChambeau, and even weighs in on captain Keegan Bradley’s fiery leadership.

Then it’s time for “20 Questions with BK,” where Bob answers fan-submitted questions about:

• Golf gear, favorite clubs, and equipment advice

• Handicap honesty and “vanity golfers”

• His dream foursome (with a touching family twist)

• Favorite courses in Michigan and beyond

• The biggest golf meltdown of his career (and how he recovered)

• Why expensive clubs don’t always equal better golf

The episode wraps with Maple Hill Golf updates, including:

• The Halloween Parent-Child Scramble on October 29 – candy, gift cards, and fun for all ages

• Pre-launch TrackMan Fittings through November 27 – get 100% of your fitting fee back as a Maple Hill gift card

Whether you’re a gear junkie, Ryder Cup fan, or just love great golf stories, this episode of The Hill Unscripted is packed with insight, laughs, and plenty of BK honesty.

Episode 12 - The Hill Unscripted, host Bob Kitchen sits down with his father, Rich Kitchen, for a candid, wide-ranging chat about the game, the business, and the people who play it.

The episode opens with Bob previewing his upcoming trip to the Ryder Cup, before diving into a thoughtful conversation with Rich about the current health of golf. Rich argues the sport is stronger than ever thanks to the post-COVID boom, but also warns about challenges like rising prices, shrinking course availability, and limited tee times.

Together, Bob and Rich tackle topics including:

• Simplifying golf’s rules – why bunker penalties and stroke-and-distance don’t work for average players

• Course accessibility – the importance of properly placed tees for women, juniors, and seniors to keep the game fun

• Dominant players in history – and why Tiger Woods still stands alone as the most dominant golfer ever

• Club fitting realities – Rich’s recent fitting session, learning when it’s time to switch from a 3-wood to a 5-wood

• Golf ball quality – Bob’s defective Maxfli find and why sticking with major brands matters

• Club pricing myths – what really drives up costs, and why expensive clubs won’t magically fix your swing

The episode closes with reminders about Maple Hill’s Fall Tent Sale (September 12–30, with a special tent event September 25–27) and the always-popular Big Hole Four Person Scramble on October 12.

If you care about where golf is headed, what’s working and what needs to change, and how to make smarter equipment decisions, this conversation between father and son is one you won’t want to miss.

Episode 11 - The Hill Unscripted, host Bob Kitchen blends golf inspiration with industry insight and honest gear talk — all from the heart of Maple Hill Golf.

Bob kicks off by celebrating Rory McIlroy’s win at the Irish Open and previewing the upcoming Ryder Cup, which he’s personally attending. He shares why the Ryder Cup is his favorite event in golf and reflects on what makes it so special — passion, patriotism, and no paychecks.

Then, the episode takes a meaningful turn as Bob discusses the power of personal golf milestones, like a 21-year-old golfer texting her grandpa about her first par. From breaking 100 to avoiding double bogeys, Bob reminds us that golf is personal — and every goal counts.

You’ll also hear Bob’s no-nonsense take on:

- Rising equipment prices and tariffs — how they really work, who they affect, and why brand price hikes might not be as simple as they seem

- Carbon vs. titanium driver faces — pros, cons, and how swing speed impacts performance and durability

- Shaft picks for big hitters — including advice for players with 130+ mph swing speeds on choosing the right flex and weight setup

Finally, Bob highlights what’s happening this fall at Maple Hill, including:

- The Fall Tent Sale running from September 12–30, with blowout pricing and special deals Sept. 25–27

- The Big Hole Four Person Scramble on October 12, featuring 8-inch cups, box lunches, prizes, and gift cards — all for just $100 per player

Whether you’re chasing your next milestone or looking for honest insight on the gear market, Episode 11 delivers it all with passion, perspective, and a little Maple Hill magic.

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