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by Donna Taylor
Welcome to Golf Party Live — the podcast where lady golfers come to learn, laugh, and love the game! I'm your host, Donna Taylor, a lifelong golf enthusiast, passionate golf instructor, and founder of Arizona's rapidly growing ladies' golf community, Golf Party Live. Together with my dynamic co-host, Brittney Boo — a newer golfer with a fresh perspective and loads of enthusiasm — we bring you a fun, upbeat show designed to help you feel confident and excited about getting into golf. Whether you're just starting out or looking to improve your skills, we are here to guide you with practical tips, helpful insights, and plenty of humor. From what to wear on the course to selecting the right equipment, mastering the pace of play, and navigating golf etiquette, we cover everything you need to know to enjoy the game. At Golf Party Live, we believe golf should be as fun and social as it is challenging — and we are here to show you how to make the most of it. So grab your clubs, tune in, and join the party!
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- 5 days ago1h 3m
Ready to Play: Your Guide to Golf Leagues & Getting on the Course
Today we're joined by special guest Deb McAvay, President of the Seville Ladies Golf Club, who brings a wealth of knowledge about women's golf leagues, country club golf, member events, and helping women get involved in the game. But this episode isn't just about joining a golf league. It's about something much bigger: How do you go from taking golf lessons to actually becoming a golfer? It's something Donna tells her students all the time: You can't become a golfer by living on the driving range. The range teaches you how to hit golf shots. The golf course teaches you how to play golf—and those are two completely different skills. In this episode, we're talking about how to take that next step and actually get out there and PLAY. In This Episode: ⛳ Why getting on the golf course is essential to becoming a golfer ⛳ How to know when you're ready to start playing ⛳ Why Donna created Golf Party Live Ladies Play ⛳ The benefits of joining a women's golf league ⛳ 9-hole vs. 18-hole leagues ⛳ What to expect when joining a country club golf league ⛳ Spark Golf and other ways to find opportunities to play ⛳ Invitations, member events and getting involved at your club ⛳ Deb's insight on women's golf and helping newer golfers feel welcome ⛳ Building confidence, friendships and experience through actually playing the game You don't have to be a great golfer before you get on the course. Playing the game is how you become a golfer. If you've been taking lessons, practicing on the range and wondering, "Am I ready?"—this episode is for you. It's time to get off the range and onto the course! Have fun & Go Low! ⛳️
- 1 weeks ago48 min
Indoor Golf & Simulators: How to Play Golf Year-Round
Golf does not have to stop when the weather does. Whether you are battling the summer heat in Arizona or snow-covered courses in the northern states, today's technology makes it easier than ever to keep your game sharp all year long. In this episode of the Golf Party Live Podcast, we are diving into the exciting world of indoor golf, simulators, and modern golf entertainment. Golf has changed dramatically over the past decade, and today there are more ways than ever to play, practice, compete, and have fun. In this episode, we discuss: *How golf is evolving and becoming more accessible *Why you no longer have to play 18 holes to enjoy the game *The "Topgolf Effect" and how entertainment venues have introduced millions of people to golf *Other fun golf experiences, including PopStroke and Putting World *Indoor simulator facilities like Back Nine Golf and Stingers Golf Bar *At-home golf simulators and whether they are worth the investment *Should beginners practice on simulators? *The benefits and limitations of simulator golf *The social side of indoor golf and why these venues are creating new golf communities *How indoor golf can help you stay connected to the game no matter the season *Whether you are looking to improve your game, stay active during extreme weather, or simply enjoy golf in a fun new way, this episode will show you why indoor golf has become such a big part of the game's future. Thank you for being a loyal listener of the Golf Party Live Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with your golfing friends—especially someone who wants to keep playing and improving all year long. Have fun… and GO LOW!
- 2 weeks ago1h 7m
Tahoe Golf Retreat Recap: Diamonds in the Pines
We're taking you to the mountains for a full recap of our Golf Party Live Tahoe Golf Retreat! Sixteen women. Two and a half rounds of golf. Three rental vehicles. Incredible golf courses. Beautiful mountain scenery. Dinners together. Shopping. Sardine Lake. TJ Sport polos. Lots of laughs, new friendships, and even a little unexpected adventure along the way! And we're not recapping Tahoe alone! Two of our Tahoe Retreaters, Katie and Mileah, join Donna and Boo to share their take on the trip and some of their favorite memories. We're taking you through the entire retreat: How everyone ended up in Tahoe and our travel-day adventures Three rental vehicles, a Costco run and getting everyone settled in Our first night together at beautiful Sardine Lake Our first round at Whitehawk Ranch Golf Club — our "Diamonds in the Pines" A free day with lunch at Gar Woods, shopping in Truckee and taking in Lake Tahoe Round two at the incredible Grizzly Ranch Golf Club, decked out in our matching TJ Sport retreat polos Dinners at the house, plenty of laughs and a dance party to finish off our final night Twelve of our ladies squeezing in nine holes at The Dragon, one of the most challenging courses of the trip — and loving it! And an unexpected ending when fires in the area forced us to take a major detour to the airport. It took a little longer, but the drive was absolutely beautiful and our group rolled with the adventure! This retreat was about so much more than golf. It was about getting out of the Arizona heat, experiencing incredible courses, trying something new, laughing together and building friendships and memories that will last long after the final putt dropped. That is what a Golf Party Live Retreat is all about. Want to join us on a future Golf Party Live event or retreat? Follow Golf Party Live on social media and follow or subscribe to the Golf Party Live Podcast so you don't miss what's coming next. And if you know a golfer who would LOVE traveling, playing beautiful courses and making new golf friends, send her this episode! It might just be the push she needs to join us on the next adventure. Until next time, keep enjoying yourself on the golf course, keep making friends and memories…and GO LOW!
- 3 weeks ago48 min
Chipping vs. Pitching: What's the Difference & How Do You Choose the Right Shot?
Today we're talking about something almost every golfer needs help with: chipping vs. pitching. What's the difference, when should you use each one, and how do you hit these shots with confidence? The short game is where so many women struggle, but it's also one of the fastest places to lower your scores once you understand your options and develop a little feel around the greens. In this episode, we're breaking it all down in a simple, easy-to-understand way. In This Episode: ⛳ What is a chip shot? ⛳ What is a pitch shot? ⛳ How to decide which shot to hit around the green ⛳ Which wedges should you use? ⛳ Can—and should—you hit your wedges full out? ⛳ The must-dos for short-game success ⛳ How to practice and develop better feel ⛳ How to become more confident around the greens By the end of this episode, you'll have a much better understanding of your short-game options and feel more confident choosing—and committing to—the right shot. Have fun & Go Low! ⛳️
- Sep 1, 202656 min
Golf Chaos: What to Do When Everything Goes Wrong
Every golfer has been there. One minute you are feeling confident, and the next you are hitting balls out of bounds, finding every water hazard, chunking bunker shots, topping drives, and wondering if you have forgotten how to play golf. If that sounds familiar, this episode is for you. In this episode of the Golf Party Live Podcast, Donna gets personal and shares her own experience with golf chaos this year. It's an honest conversation about why difficult rounds happen, why we panic, and how to reset mentally so one bad shot—or even one bad hole—doesn't ruin your entire day. In this episode, we discuss: ● What golf chaos really looks like: ● Out-of-bounds shots ● Lost balls ● Water hazards ● Bunkers that seem impossible to escape ● Topped shots and missed hits ● Why this isn't failure—it's simply part of the game of golf ● Why golfers panic when things start going wrong ● The pressure we put on ourselves to play the "perfect" round ● Why you don't have to finish every hole perfectly ● Practical strategies for getting back on track after a bad shot or bad hole ● The mental side of golf: ● Nervous energy ● Negative thought spirals ● Staying emotionally in control ● How to reset your mindset and regain confidence ● One of the biggest practice mistakes golfers make: ● Hitting balls with no target and no purpose ● Why intentional practice leads to better performance on the course ● Keeping golf in perspective: ● Every golfer has good days and bad days ● Gratitude for being outside, spending time with friends, and playing a game we love Whether you're a beginner or an experienced golfer, this episode is a reminder that bad rounds happen to everyone. The key isn't avoiding golf chaos—it's learning how to respond when it shows up. Thank you for listening to the Golf Party Live Podcast! If this episode resonated with you, please share it with one of your golfing friends—especially someone who needs the reminder that one bad shot doesn't define their round. As always… have fun and GO LOW!
- Aug 25, 202655 min
Grass vs. Mats: Why Your Golf Game Feels Different
Have you ever striped the ball on the driving range, only to step onto the golf course and wonder what happened to your swing? If you have experienced that, you're not alone—and you are definitely not losing your game. In this episode of the Golf Party Live Podcast, we break down one of the biggest misconceptions in golf: practicing on mats versus playing on real grass. While both have their place, they provide very different feedback, and understanding those differences can dramatically improve your practice and your confidence. In this episode, we discuss: ● Why mats and grass are not the same ● The pros of practicing on mats: ● Convenient and accessible ● Lighted driving ranges for evening practice ● Home practice setups and simulators ● The limitations of mats: ● Firm surfaces can hide swing flaws ● Why hitting too steeply can lead to wrist, elbow, or shoulder injuries ● How mats can create a false sense of solid contact ● The pros of practicing on grass: ● Honest, real-world feedback ● Learning to strike the ball before the ground ● Why grass never lies ● The challenges of grass: ● Harder to find and maintain ● More expensive ● Lies and conditions constantly change ● The modern practice reality: ● Why so many golfers now practice primarily on mats and simulators ● Why mats are an excellent training tool—but grass is the ultimate test ● Why the transition from mats to grass feels so difficult ● What your brain is experiencing when your shots suddenly change ● What to focus on during practice to make your skills transfer to the golf course ● How to practice with purpose and build lasting confidence Whether you are a brand-new golfer or you have been playing for years, this episode will help you better understand why your range game doesn't always show up on the course—and how to fix it. Thank you for listening to the Golf Party Live Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with your golfing friends—especially someone who feels like they can hit it great on the range but struggles once they get on the golf course. Have fun… and GO LOW!
- Aug 18, 20261h 14m
Episode 150: Four Years of Golf Party Live — And We're Just Getting Started
Today's episode is a very special one because we're celebrating a major milestone: Episode 150 of the Golf Party Live Podcast! As we record this episode on June 8, we're also celebrating four years since Golf Party Live officially began with two ladies golf clinics at Lone Tree Golf Club in 2022. It's hard to believe how far this journey has come. What started with a single golf clinic has grown into lessons, play dates, golf schools, retreats, singles events, a thriving golf community, and a podcast that now reaches golfers all over the world. Today is also personally meaningful because it marks six years since RT and I got together. He has supported every crazy idea, every event, every retreat, every podcast episode, and every dream along the way. I'm incredibly grateful for him and everything we've built together. In this special milestone episode, we're taking a walk down memory lane and sharing the story of how Golf Party Live got started, how it evolved, what we've learned through 150 podcast episodes, and why it honestly feels like we're just getting started. In This Episode: ⛳ The day Golf Party Live officially began ⛳ How our teaching programs were built and evolved ⛳ The transition from lessons to play dates and community events ⛳ The growth of our golf retreats ⛳ The creation and evolution of Golf Party Live Singles ⛳ Our podcast journey from the early days to today ⛳ Rebranding the show and creating Taylor's 19th Hole studio ⛳ Recognizing our producer, Ricky ⛳ Boo's incredible golf journey and evolution ⛳ The impact of RT and "The Lipper" on the show ⛳ How podcasting became one of our most powerful teaching tools ⛳ What 150 episodes have taught us ⛳ Our favorite episodes, biggest surprises, and proudest moments ⛳ The hardest challenges we've faced along the way ⛳ The biggest lessons from four years of building Golf Party Live One of the most important realizations from this journey is that Golf Party Live was never really about golf. Golf was simply the vehicle. The real story has always been about confidence, friendship, community, connection, personal growth, and helping people create a life they love. To every listener, student, event participant, retreat guest, sponsor, supporter, and every person who has believed in what we're building: Thank you. Thank you for trusting us. Thank you for supporting us. Thank you for being part of this journey. Episode 150 feels like a huge milestone, but honestly... It feels like we're just getting started. I'm Donna Taylor. I'm Brittney Boo. Thank you for celebrating with us. And as always... Go Low.
- Aug 11, 202654 min
What Do You Actually Need to Play Golf?
Today's episode came directly from one of our Golf 101 students who asked a question we hear all the time: "What do I actually need to play golf?" And honestly, it's a great question. Golf can feel overwhelming when you're getting started. Walk into a golf store and you'll see thousands of dollars worth of clubs, gadgets, apparel, technology, training aids, and accessories. It can make you feel like you need to buy everything before you can even step onto a golf course. Here's the good news: You don't. In this episode, we're breaking down exactly what beginner golfers really need, what's nice to have, and what you can completely skip for now. In This Episode: ⛳ Why beginners get overwhelmed when starting golf ⛳ The essential items every new golfer actually needs ⛳ The "nice-to-have" items that can make golf more enjoyable ⛳ Things beginners think they need—but really don't ⛳ What's currently in Donna and Brittney Boo's golf bags ⛳ How to save money and avoid unnecessary purchases Whether you're brand new to the game or helping someone get started, this episode will help simplify the process and get you on the course faster with confidence. If you know someone who is thinking about taking up golf, please send them this episode. It might save them a lot of money, a lot of confusion, and help them start golfing sooner. Thank you for spending part of your day with us. If you're enjoying Golf Party Live, please share the show with a friend, leave a review, and help us continue growing the game for beginner women golfers everywhere. Have fun and Go Low!
About Golf Party Live
Welcome to Golf Party Live — the podcast where lady golfers come to learn, laugh, and love the game! I'm your host, Donna Taylor, a lifelong golf enthusiast, passionate golf instructor, and founder of Arizona's rapidly growing ladies' golf community, Golf Party Live. Together with my dynamic co-host, Brittney Boo — a newer golfer with a fresh perspective and loads of enthusiasm — we bring you a fun, upbeat show designed to help you feel confident and excited about getting into golf. Whether you're just starting out or looking to improve your skills, we are here to guide you with practical tips, helpful insights, and plenty of humor. From what to wear on the course to selecting the right equipment, mastering the pace of play, and navigating golf etiquette, we cover everything you need to know to enjoy the game. At Golf Party Live, we believe golf should be as fun and social as it is challenging — and we are here to show you how to make the most of it. So grab your clubs, tune in, and join the party!
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