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The ModGolf Podcast talks with golf's top influencers, entrepreneurs, innovators and disruptors about their vision and ventures that are re-imagining, transforming and growing both the game and $100 billion/year industry. The ModGolf Podcast has been ranked #4 on 2024's most comprehensive list of "Top 25 Golf Podcasts" (https://blog.feedspot.com/golf_podcasts/), based on our quality and consistency of posts, industry expert reviews and social media influence/popularity. Please subscribe to The ModGolf Podcast to help us grow and move up the rankings in 2025! We'd love to hear from you! Have any ideas or guests you'd like to hear on future episodes? Contact Colin directly here (https://modgolf.fireside.fm/contact) or on Instagram @modgolfpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/modgolfpodcast/) to start the conversation.© 2025 ModSport Media Economía Gestión y Liderazgo Golf Liderazgo
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  • Welcome to The ModGolf Podcast!

    Welcome to The ModGolf Podcast!
    Apr 26 2017
    The ModGolf Podcast talks with golf's top influencers, entrepreneurs, innovators and disruptors about their vision and solutions to re-imagine, transform and grow the game. Host Colin Weston explores the future of golf through conversations with the visionaries and influencers that are shaking up the sport. Thanks for joining us and please subscribe to our newsletter (https://modgolf.fireside.fm/subscribe) for your chance to win golf products we love in our latest #ModGolfGiveaway contest! Join our mission to make golf more innovative, inclusive and fun... and WIN some awesome golf gear! As the creator and host of The ModGolf Podcast and YouTube channel I've been telling golf entrepreneurship and innovation stories since May 2017 and I love the community of ModGolfers that we are building. I recently launched our ModGolf Patreon page to bring together our close-knit community of golf-loving people! By joining you will get access to exclusive live weekly interactive shows where you can participate, ask-me-anything video events, bonus content, golf product discounts and entry in members-only ModGolf Giveaway contests. I'm offering two monthly membership tiers at $5 and $15 USD, but you can also join for free. Your subscription will ensure that The ModGolf Podcast continues to grow so that I can focus on creating unique and impactful stories that support and celebrate the future of golf. Click to join >> https://patreon.com/Modgolf I look forward to seeing you during an upcoming live show!... Colin https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads-2024/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/q_IZwlpO.jpg (https://patreon.com/Modgolf) We'd love to hear from you! Have any ideas or guests you'd like to hear on future episodes? Email me at colin@modgolfpodcast.com to start the conversation. Want to listen to our most downloaded episode? That would be our conversation with Blue Ocean Strategy co-author Professor Renée Mauborgne! Click to listen in (https://modgolf.fireside.fm/062-renee-mauborgne). CREATING NEW GOLF MARKETS THAT MAKE THE COMPETITION IRRELEVANT - RENÉE MAUBORGNE / BLUE OCEAN STRATEGY (https://modgolf.fireside.fm/062-renee-mauborgne) https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/X7wcIstN.jpg (https://modgolf.fireside.fm/062-renee-mauborgne) Special Guests: Jared Solomon, CEO and Co-Founder of Five Iron Golf and Renée Mauborgne - Co-author of Blue Ocean Strategy and Blue Ocean Shift.
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  • Finding Purpose on The Practice Tee - Todd Keirstead, golf entertainer and skin cancer survivor

    Finding Purpose on The Practice Tee - Todd Keirstead, golf entertainer and skin cancer survivor
    Oct 1 2025
    "The C-word is one of the most scariest words in the English dictionary. My father died of cancer so when you hear that word, it punches you in the stomach. I ended up having nine facial reconstructive surgeries due to skin cancer on my nose. I had no idea what I was going to look like. So I had a conversation with my wife and I said, "I'm going to share my story. I'm going to go public with it to let people know what UV can do, but also it might help me out psychologically". And it was the best thing I did." Todd Keirstead's life in golf is a powerful narrative of transformation, resilience, and profound impact. His journey began with the gift of the game from his father, a bond forged on the fairways that led him to become an elite player. When injuries curtailed his competitive playing career, Todd channeled his expertise into teaching at the prestigious Jim McLean Academy, laying the foundation for his future. He soon discovered a rare talent for trick shots, blending his incredible hand-eye coordination with a natural comedic flair to build a globally recognized golf entertainment business. Voted Trick Shot Artist of the Year and featured on major media outlets, Todd has performed for thousands, using his unique skills to raise millions for charity and share the joy of golf in a truly unforgettable way. Beyond the spectacle, Todd's story took a deeply personal turn when his life outdoors led to a skin cancer diagnosis. With raw honesty and courage, he publicly shared his journey through nine facial reconstructive surgeries, transforming his personal challenge into a national platform for sun safety advocacy. As a brand ambassador for Melanoma Canada, he now dedicates himself to education, helping others avoid a similar fate and proving that vulnerability can be a source of immense strength and healing for both himself and others. This same empathy and drive to give back fuels his work as the founder of Paragolf Canada. Witnessing the power of adaptive golf to restore purpose and joy, Todd has become a leading force in making the game accessible to all. From wounded veterans to survivors of life-altering accidents, he provides the tools and inspiration for individuals to reclaim their connection to the game and the social bonds that make it so special. Todd Keirstead’s journey is a testament to a life lived in service to others, proving that the true power of golf lies not in perfect shots, but in its unparalleled ability to heal, connect, and inspire. Featured Links & Resources: The Todd Keirstead Golf website: [https://toddkeirsteadgolf.com] Follow Todd on Instagram: [@toddkgolf] During this episode you will discover these inspiring takeaways: 1. The Power of Vulnerability Discover how Todd's decision to publicly share his harrowing journey through skin cancer and nine facial reconstructive surgeries became a source of personal healing and a powerful platform for advocacy, inspiring countless others to take their health seriously. 2. Beyond the Trick Shot Learn that world-class golf entertainment is more than just social media virality; it's a disciplined business built on live execution, audience connection, and the confidence to perform under pressure without a net. 3. Golf as a Tool for Healing See how the game of golf is being reimagined through adaptive techniques to restore purpose, community, and joy to wounded veterans and individuals with physical disabilities, proving the sport's profound impact extends far beyond the scorecard. https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads-2024/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/tqFXH4ni.jpg Episode Chapters: (00:00:00) - Introduction A preview of an emotional and inspiring journey with golf entertainer, advocate, and entrepreneur Todd Keirstead. (00:01:49) - A Father's Gift Todd shares his first golf memories and the powerful bond with his father that introduced him to the game. (00:03:06) - From Player to Performer The transition from competitive golfer and Jim McLean instructor to a globally recognized trick shot artist and entertainer. (00:06:16) - The Business of Wonder The discipline behind the spectacle: building a viable entertainment business, crafting a live show, and the difference between social media virality and live execution. (00:08:09) - Signature Shots & Celebrity Encounters Todd reveals the trick shot that won him Trick Shot of the Year and how his unique performances have landed him on TMZ. (00:10:31) - The Diagnosis That Changed Everything The moment Todd heard the "C-word," his family's history with cancer, and the beginning of his fight against skin cancer. (00:13:58) - Going Public with the Pain Why Todd chose to share every step of his nine facial reconstruction surgeries online, turning a personal trial into a public mission. (00:16:20) - Becoming a Sun Safety Advocate Todd's work with Melanoma Canada and the three crucial lines of defense every golfer needs to know to protect themselves. (00:19:45) - Paragolf...
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  • Sniffing Out the Best Tee Times with Kelly Gold, Founder of TeeFox.golf

    Sniffing Out the Best Tee Times with Kelly Gold, Founder of TeeFox.golf
    Sep 18 2025
    In this episode of The ModGolf Podcast, host Colin Weston sits down with Kelly Gold, the innovative founder behind TeeFox.golf. Kelly shares his journey from a solutions engineer in the tech world to tackling one of golf's most persistent frustrations: booking a great tee time. We dive into the $12.3 billion problem plaguing golf courses, the strategy behind building the largest tee time catalog in the US, and how a forced rebrand led to one of the most memorable names in golf tech. If you've ever spent an hour refreshing golf course websites or wondered how technology can make golf more accessible, this conversation is for you. Watch the Live Demo: Colin and Kelly jump over to the ModGolf YouTube channel right after this episode for a live demo of the TeeFox platform! See how it works and how you can book your next tee time at over 7,000 courses in the US. Watch the TeeFox.golf Demo on YouTube >> https://youtu.be/xpvjWa24zio During this episode you will discover these key takeaways: The $12.3 Billion Leak: Hear the shocking scale of revenue golf courses lose annually due to last-minute cancellations and no-shows, and how TeeFox is designed to recapture that value. Beyond the "Golf Now" Model: Learn why the traditional aggregator business model fails to include many top-tier courses and how TeeFox's different approach aims to create a truly comprehensive, golfer-first marketplace. The Power of a Pivot: Kelly's initial brand, TeeBox, faced a trademark challenge. Hear how this setback led to the creation of the clever and memorable TeeFox brand, proving that sometimes the biggest obstacles lead to the best opportunities. https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads-2024/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/aCjge0uU.jpg Subscribe to The ModGolf Podcast on your favorite podcast platform to never miss an episode with the innovators shaping the future of golf. Listen to the full episode on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | The ModGolf Website www.mod.golf Episode Chapters: 00:28 - Introducing Today's Guest: Kelly Gold of TeeFox.golf 00:57 - Kelly Gold Joins the Show from Denver, Colorado 01:15 - How a Meeting in Ireland Led to This Conversation 01:27 - The Icebreaker: Kelly's First Golf Experience and Who Got Him Hooked 03:30 - Decoding "Solutions Engineering" and Kelly's Tech Background 05:47 - The TeeFox Elevator Pitch: Building the Premier Tee Time Distributor 07:03 - TeeFox's Secret Sauce: Differentiating from GolfNow and Other Competitors 09:40 - Building a Two-Sided Marketplace that Benefits Golf Courses 12:11 - The Technology Culture Shock: Bringing Tech Innovation to the Golf Industry 15:28 - The Staggering Statistics of Tee Time Cancellations and No-Shows 17:22 - The TeeFox Revenue Model: Subscriptions, Fees, and Golfer Choice 19:45 - Scaling Nationally: The Goal of 8,000-9,000 Golf Courses 20:54 - The Story Behind the Rebrand: From TeeBox to the Memorable TeeFox 24:44 - The Worst Job Kelly Ever Had and What It Taught Him 27:56 - Building the Team: Leveraging a Network of Talented People 29:28 - The Aha Moment: From Side Hustle Prototype to Full-Time Venture 33:44 - Where to Find TeeFox.golf Online 34:11 - Closing Remarks and a Tease for the YouTube Demo Quotable Moment: "Wouldn't it be cool if you could send your user a notification saying, 'hey, a tee time just opened up at that course you play all the time'?... there are ways that we can get this data out into the industry to create better experiences for golfers." - Kelly on the vision for TeeFox as a data platform for the entire golf industry. Are you more of a watcher than a listener? Then enjoy our video with Kelly Gold on The ModGolf YouTube channel (https://youtu.be/xpvjWa24zio). Click on this link (https://youtu.be/xpvjWa24zio) or the image below as Kelly walks Colin through a live TeeFox.Golf demo to effortlessly book a couple of tee times. https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads-2024/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/3Du943Vi.jpg (https://youtu.be/xpvjWa24zio) Want to connect with Kelly? Check out his bio page to make that happen! Kelly Gold's bio >> https://modgolf.fireside.fm/guests/kelly-gold Do you find yourself frustrated by lack of available tee times in your area? If you are, then visit the TeeFox website (https://teefox.golf) or click on the image below to unlock access to tee times and to receive wait list cancellation alerts. https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads-2024/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/ncnQbZrg.jpg (https://teefox.golf/) Follow TeeFox.Golf on social media: • Instagram: @teefoxdotgolf (https://www.instagram.com/teefoxdotgolf) • TikTok: @teefoxdotgolf (https://www.tiktok.com/@teefoxdotgolf) Join our mission to make golf more innovative, inclusive and fun... and WIN some awesome golf gear! As the creator and host of The ModGolf Podcast and YouTube channel I've been telling golf entrepreneurship and innovation stories since May 2017 and I love the community ...
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