Golf Tales with Dr. Bern Bernacki of the Golf Heritage society

One of the most intriguing careers we have had the pleasure to discuss, All Star pitcher Justin Masterson joins us on this week's episode of The Approach Shot.  We marvel at the fact that Justin had not one, not two but FOUR historic events linked to his career.  By historic, we mean his name is in the record books!  (SPOILER ALERT- one of those accomplishments was that he became only the third pitcher in MLB History to defeat BOTH of the previous year's Cy Young Award winners in the same season.  As if that wasn't enough, Justin actually became the first EVER to do it in his first two starts of the season.)  You'll have to listen for the other historic events.  Justin also talks, with humor about his golf game, and about helping people, which has always been his passion.  Great episode with a great guest!

Hey Bachelor Nation!  This episode is for you!

Bachelor Nation's favorite bartender, Wells Adams from "Bachelor in Paradise" is our guest this week on The Approach Shot.  Wells talks about his "Bachelor" experience, from being a contestant to the bartender on "Bachelor in Paradise".  He also talks about hosting "Best in Dough", his start as a DJ in Nashville and even his "better half" Sarah Hyland (from "Modern Family").

Of course, Wells talks a lot about his golf game, as he is a lover of the game.  Great stories, charming wit and just great stuff in this episode with Wells Adams.

OK, Chiefs Kingdom, this one is definitely for you.  LOUIE AGUIAR, the second team ALL-PRO punted in the NFL for 10 seasons; five with the Chiefs (including his All-Pro season).  But he will always be a Chief, through and through.

Despite being a punter, Louie could throw the ball farther than many quarterbacks (which proved in 1997 against Seattle), he could place kick, and he loved to tackle!  If he doesn't sound like your ordinary punter, that's because he wasn't.  Oh, and he's also a great storyteller.

Enjoy one of our favorite characters, Louie Aguiar on this week's episode of The Approach Shot.

JEFF BLANCHARD is a stand-up comedy, based in Cleveland and he is Cleveland through and through.  A long-suffering Browns fan, Jeff talks Cleveland football, his "love" for swimming and of course, hitting a little white ball.  While there are certainly questions and responses, this episode with Jeff is like a getting free ticket to his hilarious comedy show.

Want to know something about Gary Player?  Rich Styles interviewed him.  Hang out with Jack?  Rich has done it.  Open courses for Palmer, Kite or Couples?  Rich was there.  Rich Styles has done it all in the world of golf and golf broadcasting, including treat us all to his insights on Back9Boys.  His podcasts are a mix of golf instruction, mental approach and interviews with the greats.  And now, WE get to interview HIM this week on The Approach Shot.

He came from the golf course, literally, to talk baseball, how tough it is to say "goodbye" to a game you loved for the 18 years you played and then how fortunate to be an analyst on MLB Network's "MLB Tonight".

But Dan Plesac didn't stop there!  He told us which player he would build a team around, shared stories of growing up in Gary, Indiana and which MLB team he thought would be this year's "Sleeper".

Then we got to talking about golf and Dan has a lot to say about the "other" game with the little white ball.  Dan is a great storyteller and our time with him flew by!

Howard Cross was a beast on the field, part blocking machine, part clutch receiver.  His mind-set of "do what you have to in order to contribute" helped the New York Giants win Super Bowl XXV. He shares his stories from the field, from the booth (as part of the Giants broadcast team), as a Dad of a collegiate athlete, and from the links on this week’s episode of The Approach Shot.

He's a 5 time All Star, a 4 time Good Glove winner and a Silver Slugger.  Adam Jones, who patrolled center field at Camden Yards for the Baltimore Orioles is our guest this week on The Approach Shot.

Witty and thought provoking, Adam talks about baseball, Cal Ripken, Tony Gwynn and his golf game. His keen insight on the difference between Spain's courses and the U.S. courses he has played is especially interesting.

The Approach Shot goes global, with Adam Jones from Barcelona, Spain on this week's episode.

"Happy Days" are here, as Don (Donny) Most, is our guest this week on The Approach Shot. We talk "Happy Days" with Donny (who played Ralph Malph) and his continuing friendships with cast members Henry Winkler, Ron Howard, Anson Williams and Marion Ross. We also talk with Don about his "second" career; singing and his top 10 charting single "New York High", his love of golf and we grill Don with our 6 pack of questions. It's a fun-filled episode with some great storytelling and a lot of laughs.

Enter Arkansas Fred, or Fred Barnett as the NFL world knows him, a man whose stories from the gridiron are as rich and varied as his bourbon collection. He shares the candid transition from cleats to everyday life, his health journey, and a burgeoning love for golf that's both inspiring and chuckle-inducing. Fred's tales will have you visualizing touchdowns, yearning for a sip of his favorite spirit, and appreciating the small victories, whether in sport or life. So pull up a chair, and get ready to be regaled by a man whose competitiveness never quite left the field.

Our conversation with Fred takes a swing down the fairways of frustration and joy that every golfer knows too well. We share the triumphs and trials of chasing that elusive perfect swing, while Fred teases us with a tale of his infamous football card and how his drive to win doesn't stop at the 18th hole. Whether you're battling a defensive back or a fairway bunker, there's something in this episode for every golfer and every sports fan. 

Join us as we swap stories that are as much about the game of football or golf as they are the game of life — all with a dash of humor and a touch of heart.  Bottoms up!