Episode 46 - Around the World in 1,000 Rounds: Rich Levine on Golf & Friendship with President Trump

In this episode of Golf and Politics, Rob and Matt welcome Rich Levine—world traveler, elite club member, and golf connoisseur—who’s played nearly 1,000 courses, including nearly every entry on multiple Top 100 lists. From Shanqin Bay in China to Trump International in Florida, Rich shares wild stories of golf around the world, elite club hospitality, and once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Rich also opens up about playing regularly with President Trump, sharing what it’s like inside Mar-a-Lago, and why the former president is one of the most generous and engaging hosts in the game. Political perspectives fly as Rob pushes back with tough questions and Rich defends Trump’s golf legacy and leadership style—with more laughs than you'd expect. Key Topics Covered: What it’s like to finish multiple World Top 100 golf course lists The unmatched service culture at Asia’s premier clubs Inside stories from Mar-a-Lago and presidential golf outings The hidden gems of global golf that fly under the radar A candid political debate about Trump’s influence, the media, and leadership 🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts—and don’t forget to subscribe! Get the full video version: https://www.youtube.com/@GolfandPolitics Join the email list to be notified about the latest episodes: https://golfandpolitics.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices