Ever wondered what it's like to have your dreams grounded by a brutally honest friend? Meet Jim, aka JTC, our no-nonsense buddy who's stepping into our podcast world to keep our feet firmly on the fairway. With a quick wit and unfiltered skepticism, Jim joins us to question our ambitious goal of playing the top 100 golf courses in 10 years. From time commitments to hidden costs, Jim's devil's advocate role is sure to provide a much-needed dose of reality as we embark on this journey. Get ready for some hilarious banter and candid conversations as we introduce you to the man who promises to keep our excitement in check.

In this episode, you'll get a front-row seat to Jim's candid and unfiltered perspective on our golf crusade. We chat about everything from the potential pitfalls of our plan to the absurdity of TikTok dances on the greens. Jim's straightforward nature and reliable friendship shine through as we relive funny moments and roast each other's golfing habits. Whether it's the importance of marking this journey or just having a good laugh at our own expense, this episode promises a perfect mix of fun, friendship, and a splash of skepticism. Tune in to see why Jim is the perfect grounding force we never knew we needed.

Have you ever spent a Sunday night plotting an epic adventure with a bottle of wine and Google Maps? We certainly did, as we embarked on the ambitious quest to play the top 100 golf courses in the UK and Ireland over the next decade. Despite mixed reactions from our friends and family, the excitement of planning this journey revealed some surprising insights, like the scarcity of top courses near our home and the abundance in Scotland. We also faced the unique challenges of Ireland's geography and reflected on our experiences with inland and links courses, drawing from memorable rounds at Birkdale.

The planning phase was a thrill in itself, with Chris's accounting acumen and my love for spreadsheets coming together to create a comprehensive strategy. By organizing the courses based on their distance from our central location in Manchester, we found our starting point. Deciding which course to play first became our primary focus, marking the official kick-off of our golfing adventure. Join us as we share the meticulous planning process and the growing excitement as we prepare to book our first course and tee off on this extraordinary challenge.

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