Must Play - A Golf Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

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Must Play - A Golf Podcast

FairWagers

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Frequency: 1 episode/13d. Total Eps: 50

Must Play is a golf podcast hosted by Shawn & T.J. of FairWagers, delivering honest golf course reviews from across the U.S. Each episode features the pros & cons of their first-hand experiences, course history, and their signature 10-question Must Play Test to help golfers plan better trips. Beyond golf course reviews, this golf podcast includes interviews with golf influencers and creators about their favorite golf courses, plus conversations on trends, gear, and the stories shaping the game. From hidden gems to top destinations, Must Play is your guide to what’s truly worth playing.

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🇺🇸 USA - golf
24/04/2026
#99
🇩🇪 Germany - golf
08/04/2026
#84
🇺🇸 USA - golf
06/04/2026
#84
🇺🇸 USA - golf
19/03/2026
#100
🇺🇸 USA - golf
07/03/2026
#87
🇨🇦 Canada - golf
25/02/2026
#76
🇨🇦 Canada - golf
24/02/2026
#57
🇨🇦 Canada - golf
23/02/2026
#54
🇨🇦 Canada - golf
22/02/2026
#48
🇨🇦 Canada - golf
21/02/2026
#40

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https://www.instagram.com/fairwagers
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https://www.instagram.com/8bitbirdie
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https://www.instagram.com/mustplaypod
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https://www.clinchgolf.com
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https://www.vycedrinkware.com/products/19th-hole-vyce-kit-fairwagers-must-play
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https://payntrgolf.com/
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https://www.tiktok.com/@fairwagers
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https://www.tiktok.com/@fairwagersgolf
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https://www.tiktok.com/@fairwagersgolfLISTEN
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Is Grayhawk's Raptor Course One of the Best Golf Courses in Scottsdale?

Season 1 · Episode 5

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 • Duration 01:41:57

Join hosts Shawn and T.J. on Episode 5 of "Must Play" as they welcome special guest Kubari Eady for an entertaining discussion about the renowned Grayhawk Golf Club - Raptor Course in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dive into the not so lengthy but rich history behind Grayhawk's Raptor Course, a masterpiece of desert golf design. From its inception to its rise as a premier destination for golfers, you'll uncover the unique stories and fascinating history that sets this course apart from other Scottsdale golf courses. In true "Must Play" fashion, Shawn, T.J., and Kubari will break down the pros and cons of the Raptor Course. They'll gush over their personal experiences and opinions about what makes this course shine, along with insights into its challenging playability, stunning desert vistas, and first-class amenities, just to name a few. As always, the episode concludes with a comprehensive ranking of the course using The Must Play Test, our 10-point golf course grading rubric. Will Grayhawk's Raptor Course earn the coveted "Must Play" status? Episode 5 of Must Play is sponsored by Brawn & Fox. Visit https://brawnandfox.com/fairwagers to claim a 15% off discount for all new customers. You can find every episode of Must Play on Spotify or YouTube! SOCIALS Instagram: @fairwagers TikTok: @fairwagersgolf

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FairWagers

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Is Balboa Golf Course San Diego’s Best Golf Course?

Season 1 · Episode 4

Wednesday, August 28, 2024 • Duration 01:28:20

On Episode 4 of "Must Play" join hosts Shawn and T.J. as they welcome special guest Alex Dias for an engaging and entertaining discussion about the historic Balboa Park Golf Course in San Diego, California.

Dive into the rich and fascinating history of the land where Balboa Park Golf Course stands today. From its origins to its transformation into one of San Diego’s most beloved golf courses, you'll uncover stories and facts that make this course a truly historic site among San Diego’s best golf courses.

In true "Must Play" fashion, Shawn, T.J., and Alex will break down the pros and cons of Balboa Park Golf Course. They'll share their personal anecdotes about what they love and don’t love about Balboa Park (and their staff), along with Alex’s insights into its locale, and of course, its scenic views of downtown San Diego.

As always, the episode culminates with an in-depth course ranking using The Must Play Test, the group’s 10-point golf course grading rubric. Will Balboa Park Golf Course earn the coveted "Must Play" status?
Episode 4 of Must Play is sponsored by Bird Darts. Visit birddarts.com and use code ‘fairwagers’ to claim a 10% off discount for all Must Play listeners.

You can find every episode of Must Play on Spotify or YouTube!

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Where Does Wildwood Sit as One of Portland’s Top Golf Courses?

Season 1 · Episode 3

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 • Duration 01:19:29

Join hosts Shawn and T.J. on Episode 3 of "Must Play" as they welcome special guest Chris Jones for an engaging and entertaining discussion about the charming Wildwood Golf Course in Portland, Oregon.

Dive into the wild and fascinating history of the land where Wildwood Golf Course stands today. From its origins to its transformation into a beloved local gem, you'll uncover stories and facts that make this course unique.

In true "Must Play" fashion, Shawn, T.J., and Chris will break down the pros and cons of Wildwood Golf Course. They'll share their personal anecdotes about what they love and don’t love about Wildwood, along with Chris’s insights into its playability, their phenomenal logo and merch, and of course, its patio.

As always, the episode culminates with an in-depth ranking of the course using The Must Play Test, the group’s 10-point golf course grading rubric. Will Wildwood Golf Course earn the coveted "Must Play" status?

Episode 3 of Must Play is sponsored by Gimme Pro Visit gimmepro.golf to claim a 10% off discount for all Must Play listeners.

You can find every episode of Must Play on Spotify or YouTube!

SOCIALS
Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/fairwagers⁠
TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@fairwagersgolf

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Is Torrey Pines South San Diego’s Best Golf Course?

Season 1 · Episode 2

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 • Duration 01:31:22

Join hosts Shawn Massie and T.J. Van Gunten on Episode 2 of "Must Play" as they welcome special guest Blake von Thaden for an engaging and entertaining discussion about the legendary Torrey Pines South Course.

Dive into the wild and fascinating history of the land where Torrey Pines stands today. From its origins to its transformation into a world-renowned golf course, you'll uncover stories and facts that make this course unique.

In true "Must Play" fashion, Shawn, T.J., and Blake will break down the pros and cons of the Torrey Pines South Course. They'll share their personal anecdotes about what they love and don’t love about Torrey Pines, along with Blake’s extensive knowledge of the 2008 U.S. Open.

As always, the episode culminates with an in-depth ranking of the course using Must Play’s 10-point grading rubric. Will Torrey Pines South earn the coveted "Must Play" status? Tune in to find out!

Episode 2 of Must Play is sponsored by Brawn & Fox. Visit brawnandfox.com/fairwagers to claim a 15% off discount for all new customers.

You can find every episode of Must Play on Spotify or YouTube!

SOCIALS

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fairwagers

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fairwagersgolf

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Is Dobson Ranch Golf Course A Must Play?

Season 1 · Episode 1

Saturday, July 6, 2024 • Duration 01:00:58

Must Play is a golf podcast hosted by Shawn & TJ of the FairWagers crew which will visit courses around the country to objectively decide if they should be in any golfer's shortlist when planning a trip to the area.

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Is Coronado Golf Course one of the best San Diego golf courses?

Season 1 · Episode 7

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 • Duration 01:01:20

Join hosts Shawn and T.J. on Episode 7 of "Must Play" as they welcome special guest Alissa Kacar for an entertaining discussion about the picturesque Coronado Golf Course in San Diego, California.

Explore the charm of Coronado Golf Course, one of Southern California's most beloved public courses. From its opening in the late 1950s to its status as a must-play destination for golfers of all levels, you'll hear stories and fascinating facts that make this course a true gem of San Diego golf.

In true "Must Play" fashion, Shawn, T.J., and Alissa will break down the pros and cons of Coronado Golf Course. They'll share their experiences on the course and discuss its scenic seaside layout, panoramic views of San Diego Bay and the Coronado Bridge, and the unique features that make it both enjoyable and challenging to play.

As always, the episode wraps up with the group's in-depth ranking of the course using The Must Play Test, their 10-point golf course grading rubric. Will Coronado Golf Course earn the coveted "Must Play" title?

Episode 7 of "Must Play" is sponsored by Bird Darts. Visit birddarts.com and use code ‘fairwagers' to claim a 10% discount for all Must Play listeners.

You can find every episode of "Must Play" on Spotify, YouTube, and now Apple Music!

FOLLOW ALISSA

https://www.instagram.com/newladygolfer/ OUR SOCIALS

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fairwagers

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fairwagersgolf

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Is Eastmoreland Portland’s Favorite Golf Course?

Season 1 · Episode 6

Wednesday, September 25, 2024 • Duration 01:18:14

Join hosts Shawn and T.J. on Episode 6 of "Must Play" as they welcome special guest Dane Delgado from Matchstick Golf for an entertaining discussion about the historic Eastmoreland Golf Course in Portland, Oregon.

Explore the rich history of Eastmoreland, one of the Pacific Northwest’s oldest and most cherished courses. From its roots in the early 20th century to its enduring place as a local favorite, you'll hear stories and fascinating facts that make this course a true gem of Portland golf.

In true "Must Play" fashion, Shawn, T.J., and Dane will break down the pros and cons of Eastmoreland Golf Course. They'll share their experiences on the course and discuss its strategic design, lush parkland setting (AKA tons of trees), and the quirks that make it both a challenge and a joy to play.

As always, the episode wraps up with the group's in-depth ranking of the course using The Must Play Test, their 10-point golf course grading rubric. Will Eastmoreland earn the coveted "Must Play" title?

Episode 6 of Must Play is sponsored by Gimme Pro. Visit gimmepro.golf and use code ‘mustplay10’ to claim a 10% discount for all Must Play listeners.

You can find every episode of Must Play on Spotify, YouTube, and now Apple Music!

SHOP/FOLLOW DANE & MATCHSTICK GOLF

https://matchstickgolf.com/

https://www.instagram.com/matchstickgolf/ OUR SOCIALS

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fairwagers

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fairwagersgolf

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Is Elk Ridge a Must Play Golf Course In The Portland Area?

Season 1 · Episode 9

Wednesday, November 13, 2024 • Duration 01:35:42

Join hosts Shawn and T.J. on Episode 9 of "Must Play" as they welcome special guest Scott Brooks (@pnw_golfer) for an in-depth look at Elk Ridge Golf Course in Carson, WA just outside of Portland.

The guys go through the course location's fascinating history of over 100 years and how Elk Ridge changed hands to eventually become a true one-of-a-kind golf experience in the Columbia River Gorge.

In true "Must Play" fashion, Shawn, T.J., and Scott will break down the pros and cons and share their experiences on the course that makes it unique to the PNW golf scene.

As always, the episode wraps up with the group's in-depth ranking of the course using The Must Play Test, their 10-point golf course grading rubric. Will Elk Ridge Golf Course earn the coveted "Must Play" title?

Episode 9 of "Must Play" is sponsored by Gimme Pro. Visit gimmepro.golf and use code ‘mustplay10’ to claim a 10% discount for all Must Play listeners.

You can find every episode of "Must Play" on Spotify, YouTube, and now Apple Music!

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Is Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club A Must Play Golf Course in Arizona?

Season 1 · Episode 8

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 • Duration 01:36:40

Join hosts Shawn and T.J. on Episode 8 of "Must Play" as they welcome special guest Jamie Martel for an entertaining discussion about the challenging Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club in Maricopa, AZ. Listen to the fascinating history of this course and how it became the 6th Best Public Course in Arizona by Golfweek Magazine. In true "Must Play" fashion, Shawn, T.J., and Jamie will break down the pros and cons of Southern Dunes. They'll share their experiences on the course and discuss what makes this course fun but difficult at the same time. As always, the episode wraps up with the group's in-depth ranking of the course using The Must Play Test, their 10-point golf course grading rubric. Will Southern Dunes earn the coveted "Must Play" title? Bubba Watson Clip Courtesy of https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcav3yYWWuDc-rsiw0BLjXw Episode 8 of "Must Play" is sponsored by Brawn and Fox. Visit www.brawnandfox.com/fairwagers to get 15% off for all new customers. You can find every episode of "Must Play" on Spotify, YouTube, and now Apple Music!

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Quarry Pines Golf Club Review - Is Arizona’s Only Quarry Golf Course a Must Play?

Season 1 · Episode 13

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 • Duration 01:09:47

Join hosts Shawn and T.J. on Episode 11 of Must Play as they welcome special guest Camiren Huth (Instagram (@cam1ren)) for an in-depth review of Quarry Pines Golf Club in Marana, Arizona.

The crew dives into the course’s unique desert-meets-pine-meets-quarry aesthetic, its dramatic canyon holes, and the stunning views that make Quarry Pines a standout in the Southwest golf scene. Camiren shares his firsthand experiences of playing the course with Shawn & T.J., adding an extra layer of perspective to the discussion.

In true Must Play fashion, Shawn, T.J., and Camiren break down the pros and cons of the course and explore what sets Quarry Pines apart from other desert courses.

As always, the episode concludes with the group’s ranking of the course using The Must Play Test, their signature 10-point golf course grading rubric. Will Quarry Pines Golf Club earn the coveted "Must Play" title?

Episode 13 of Must Play is sponsored by Brawn & Fox. Visit brawnandfox.com/fairwagers for premium hats & socks designed to elevate your game, on and off the course and first-time customers will save 15%.

You can catch every episode of Must Play on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts.

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