Nathan Rarick on Golf Media, PGA Life, and Independent Coverage

Bubba Startz introduces Nathan Rarick, who shares his journey into the world of golf and the creation of "The Teacher and the Pro" podcast. They discuss the inclusive culture and storytelling within golf, and the roles of PGA professionals. Bubba recounts his first tournament coverage, highlighting the appeal of podcasting. Nathan reflects on life lessons from golf, his transition from basketball writing to golf content, and his passion for creative storytelling. The episode explores collaboration with other golf creators, networking at the PGA Show, and the role of independent media. They touch on the PGA Tour restructuring and the impact of YouTube on golf, concluding with plans for future coverage and upcoming projects. (0:14) Introduction and Nathan Rarick’s background (1:37) Launching the Teacher and the Pro podcast (3:13) Inclusive culture and storytelling in golf (6:11) Role and structure of PGA professionals (9:10) Life as a PGA professional (10:27) Bubba's first tournament coverage and the podcasting appeal (15:25) Life lessons from golf (17:07) Teaching and Nathan's personal golf journey (20:58) From playing to creating golf content (22:01) Transition from basketball writing to golf content (23:20) Creative passion and storytelling in golf (24:41) Collaborating with other golf creators (25:22) Networking and experiences at the PGA Show (27:10) Independent media’s role in golf coverage (29:06) Plans for future golf event coverage (34:10) PGA Tour restructuring and new second tier (39:00) Impact of YouTube and independent media on golf (41:21) Opportunities for collaboration and expanded coverage (42:50) Final thoughts and upcoming projects