{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf","title":"Battle of The Golf Booms, Tiger Vs. COVID: A comparative analysis","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/afbe3ab3\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":6631,"description":"NewClub > https://www.newclub.golf\n\nTitleist > https://www.titleist.com \n\nSummary\n\nIn this episode, Matt and Kevin explore the fascinating world of golf, discussing the impact of Tiger Woods on the sport and comparing it to the recent COVID boom. They delve into interesting facts about bees, share updates from New Club, and reflect on the evolution of golf culture. The conversation highlights the significance of Tiger's achievements and the lasting effects of both booms on the golfing community. This conversation delves into the profound impact of Tiger Woods on the game of golf, exploring his legendary status, the challenges he faced, and the resurgence of golf during the COVID-19 pandemic. The discussion highlights the contrasting effects of Tiger's influence and the pandemic on golf participation, viewership, and the overall landscape of the sport. This conversation explores the significant impact of COVID-19 on golf participation, comparing it to the Tiger Woods era. The discussion highlights the increase in golfers, demographic shifts, and the role of technology in golf clubs. It also addresses the lasting effects of COVID on facility health, course improvements, and the importance of mental health and wellbeing in the sport. The hosts reflect on the future of golf, emphasizing the need for sustainability and community engagement.\n\nChapters\n\n00:00 Introduction and Setting the Scene\n02:02 The Fascinating World of Bees\n03:58 Updates from New Club\n05:50 The Impact of Tiger Woods on Golf\n09:59 Comparing the Tiger Boom and COVID Boom\n32:17 Tiger Woods: The Legend and His Impact\n35:31 The Pandemic and Its Effects on Golf\n46:11 Golf's Resurgence During COVID-19\n56:57 The Tiger Boom vs. COVID Boom: A Comparative Analysis\n01:09:32 The Impact of COVID on Golf Participation\n01:12:36 Shifts in Demographics and Participation\n01:15:40 Travel and Increased Rounds\n01:19:00 Technological Advancements in Golf Clubs\n01:22:43 Facility Health and Course Improvements\n01:26:25...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/UTWF4LINKJxQLEH-r1aPYxPmlXn5V5SbcsdRGBvWeuk/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9iNTEx/NjJmODg0OWI2ZGU5/NmZlMDBhMDljZDFh/YmNkYi5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}