A Good Walk Ruined: The History of Golf
Golf, a sport steeped in Scottish tradition and absurd difficulty, has evolved from banned shepherd pastime to a $226 billion U.S. industry, all while maintaining its reputation as an elite, often exclusionary game slowly opening its gates. Hosts Josh and Chuck dive into its murky origins
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