Going OB is a golf podcast that lives slightly left of centre — just like most of our tee shots.If you’ve ever asked “what’s a good golf podcast to listen to?” or “are there golf podcasts that aren’t just swing tips and leaderboard recaps?”, this is it.What started as a simple idea has grown into a golf brand focused on stories, personalities, and perspectives from across the golf world. We’re not here to shout hot takes or recap tournaments you’ve already watched — we’re here for honest conversations about golf, interesting people, and the parts of the game you don’t usually hear about.Some episodes explore what makes golfers tick, others touch on golf mindset, culture, and improvement, and some go completely off topic. All of them are real.Going OB is built on the belief that golf is better when it’s human — when it’s messy, passionate, and occasionally chaotic. Whether you’re a single-figure handicapper, a mid-handicap golfer, or someone searching “why do I love golf even when I
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Signup to Generate a PitchGoing OB is a golf podcast that lives slightly left of centre, just like most of our tee shots. If you’ve ever asked “what’s a good golf podcast to listen to?” or “are there golf podcasts that aren’t just swing tips and leaderboard recaps?”, this is it.
Going OB is hosted by Craig Purves. The show has published 65 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Bourbons & Blow-Ups: Pitching & Whining Unfiltered" (5 May 2026, 44 minutes), "From Toddler to Tee Box | Ferdinand and the WOOW Golf Story" (28 April 2026, 29 minutes), and "How Caddie School for Soldiers is Changing Veterans’ Lives Through Golf - Graeme Tones" (21 April 2026, 49 minutes).
Going OB publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 34 minutes across 65 episodes.
Booking probability for Going OB is 33%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Going OB requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Going OB's contact route on record: verified email.
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Craig Purves hosts Going OB, a sports podcast with 65 episodes published.
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Episode #17
In this episode of Going OB, I am joined by the lads behind Pitching & Whining—bringing the kind of golf content every amateur can relate to… the good, the bad, and the complete meltdowns. What starts as a serious...
Episode #16
This week on the Going OB Podcast, I sit down with Ferdinand, one of the founders of WOOW Golf — a brand focused on making golf more accessible, exciting, and properly designed for young players. Most junior golf...
Episode #15
In this powerful and inspiring episode, I sits down with Graham Tones, Chair of Caddie School for Soldiers, to explore how golf is transforming the lives of injured and struggling veterans. Graham shares the origin...
Episode #14
Well… I’ll say it. Rory McIlroy wins at Augusta and I’ve been completely off about Harry Diamond. Quick take on The Masters, Rory’s performance, and why I might need to rethink everything I’ve said before. Golf has a...
Episode #14
This week on Going OB, I’m joined by Niall, CGO of Skratchr — a new app aiming to solve one of golf’s biggest problems: 👉 Finding people to actually play with. After moving to the UK and struggling to break into the...
Episode #13
Season 4 of Going OB was meant to be about improving at golf… but it’s turned into something much bigger than that. In this recap episode, I look back on the stories, conversations, and moments that have shaped the...
Episode #12
In this episode, I sits down with Jamie — the man behind Diary of a High Handicapper — to talk about one of the most relatable journeys in golf content today. Starting the game at 33, Jamie didn’t just fall in love with...
Episode #11
In this episode I welcome back former Ladies European Tour professional, and former host, Danielle Thwaites for a big announcement. Danielle has officially begun her comeback journey to try and qualify for the AIG...
Episode #10
In this episode of Going OB, I sit down with golf photographer David Lawrence from Foremost Golf to explore the world of golf through a different lens. We talk about what makes a course truly photogenic, the challenges...
Episode #9
In this episode of the Going OB Golf Podcast, I am joined by Mike Laritz, a competitive amateur golfer from Michigan who’s proving that scratch golf isn’t just for full-time players. Mike shares how he balanced work...
Episode #8
In this episode of the Going OB Golf Podcast, Craig sits down with Callum, founder of Pin Perfect Golf in Paisley, to explore the rise of simulator golf and why indoor facilities are becoming a huge part of the modern...
Episode #7
In this powerful and honest episode of GoingOB, Craig sits down with PGA Professional Michael to hear the story behind how a golf club quite literally saved his life. From growing up around the game in Scotland to...
Episode #5
In this episode of Going OB, Craig steps slightly outside the usual golf chat to have an important, open and honest conversation about testicular cancer awareness with Kieran from the Oddballs Foundation, the UK’s...
Episode #5
In this episode of Going OB, Craig is joined by Heidi Cannon — a world champion with a background that doesn’t follow the traditional golf pathway. Heidi shares how she first found the game, what drew her in, and how...
Episode #4
In this episode of GoingOB, I’m joined by Alyson McKechin, a highly respected PGA professional, coach, and one of the most inspiring figures in Scottish golf. Alyson’s journey took her from winning the Scottish Women’s...
Episode #3
What if the difference between a good round and a great round comes down to one skill most golfers obsess over — putting? In this episode of Going OB, Craig sits down with Rob Smyth, founder of The Putting Edge, to...
Episode #2
What happens when golf stops being just a hobby and starts becoming a life reset? In this episode of Going OB, Craig is joined by Joel Smith, the creator behind the YouTube channel Golf Life Crisis, to talk about one of...
Episode #1
Welcome to Season 4 of GoingOB. In this short intro episode, I set out what’s changing, what’s coming, and why this season feels different. GoingOB has always been about stories from across the game, but Season 4 brings...
Episode #9
Going OB is going offline for a few weeks — but for a good reason. I’m taking this time to rework the look and feel of the show, lock in new guests, and build something bigger for the new year. This quick update...
Episode #8
This week on Going OB, Craig sits down with Travis, the creator behind the golf brand 18 Holes of Misery. What started as a tongue-in-cheek take on the frustrations of the game has become one of golf’s most relatable...
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