Best Andrew Cotter Podcasts (2025)

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E.P. Can't Phone Home. 1:06:52

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3d ago1:06:52

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Q-School is in session and Eddie has safely negotiated stage 2. Unfortunately the same can't be said for some expensive possessions as he admits that the frustration of hitting the ball as well as he ever has was not matched by his putting. And yet... he gets to stay on in Barcelona to prepare for stage 3, while Iain has arrived in Dubai ahead of t…

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Two Under Par 54:39

10d ago54:39

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A rare episode that falls below the one-hour mark, but there are valid reasons: 1) It's not the busiest time in golf, 2) Andrew is at death's door so hasn't got quite as much of his non-golf nonsense to waffle on about, 3) Eddie professes to being in the doldrums so isn't really feeling it as he prepares for the second stage of Q-School and 4) Iain…

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A Snowman in New Delhi 1:01:37

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So... that's that for Eddie on Tour this season. Despite (partly) enjoying the DP World India Championship in New Delhi - and also playing a lot of good golf - one quadruple bogey ended his weekend chances and now he's back, shivering and trying to explain himself while wearing three coats in his own home. But we discover that Eddie does now intend…

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An Indian Summer 1:17:05

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An earlier than usual recording as Eddie is spending all of Monday travelling to India, having received an invitation to play in the DP World Championship in Delhi. He still makes time to join Andrew and Iain to discuss Marco Penge completing his third victory of a remarkable season in Spain. Xander Schauffele is back in the winner's circle after h…

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Out of the Shadows 1:08:59

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The Ryder Cup - Won and Done 1:01:14

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Here they are, Andrew, Iain and Eddie reunited and ready to review the remarkable Ryder Cup at Bethpage, where the USA nearly achieved the comeback to beat all comebacks, but Europe held on to retain the trophy. The possible reasons why are examined as well as a discussion about the less than enjoyable atmosphere. And for clickbait purposes, there …

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Ryder Cup - Day One 27:54

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A fleeting bonus episode of TCF as Eddie stays up to join Andrew and look back on day one of the Ryder Cup. It was a day where Europe dominated and remarkably both Scottie Scheffler nor Bryson Dechambeau returned null points for the USA. We did wait for our regular special guest to turn up, but sadly we're still waiting. There is, however, a brief …

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Ryder Cup Bonus - Waffling Over, Time for Golf 38:33

1M ago38:33

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The final day of build-up to the Ryder Cup is over and Eddie returns to discuss the opening day's pairings, while also including the vital information that he has successfully hung up some pictures. Andrew takes us down memory lane to remember the feats of a less celebrated European Ryder Cup star and Eddie then gives us very specific predictions f…

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Ryder Cup Bonus - Woden's Day 39:31

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The long build-up to The Ryder Cup continues as Andrew and Iain convene at Bethpage - wearing very large headphones - to discuss any important matters and tell a man asking for directions where to go. Just not in the way that he expected. There its also a chat with the legendary caddy Billy Foster about his Ryder Cup memories. This bonus episode is…

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Ryder Cup BONUS - Scheffler eats The Badger 38:52

1M ago38:52

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On Tuesday at the Ryder Cup, Andrew is stuck on a plane getting angry about a situation which he is powerless to prevent, yet he is somehow soothed by a voice message from Laurie Canter confirming that, it is true, his mother was one of Pan's People. Eddie and Iain chat in a more focussed way about the build-up at Bethpage and after hearing from Lu…

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The Long Good Monday 1:08:34

2M ago1:08:34

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The Chipping Forecast spans the globe at the start of Ryder Cup week, by which we mean that Andrew is not very fresh off a plane from Tokyo to Los Angeles, Iain is battling with the roads of Long Island and Eddie is barely coherent, since it's after 11pm in Oxfordshire. However, our Tour pro stays awake long enough to tell us that his form is actua…

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A Throw Too Far 1:10:27

2M ago1:10:27

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A logistically challenging episode with Andrew appearing between athletics sessions in Tokyo, Eddie still in Portugal and Iain recovering from a cold while trying to make his garden a barren, wildlife-free zone. Eddie talks about his poor form last week and offers contrition after recognising that he might have gone too far in his frustration. The …

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Éamonn O'Pepperell & The Super Special Guest 1:34:53

2M ago1:34:53

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The longest ever episode of TCF - not a fact of which we are proud, so we strongly suggest that you think of it as two episodes squashed together and treat it as such, being happy just to have the extra content. The reason is that there is plenty to talk about: Rory's dramatic win at the Irish Open and the fan reactions - both good and bad - which …

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68 Dam Nation 46:57

2M ago46:57

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In the 1960s over 10,000 acres of the Seneca Nation's land was to be forcibly acquired by the US government to make way for a dam to protect Pittsburgh from flooding. To the Seneca who lived in the area however they would not take this treaty violation lying down. They would do everything in their power to find a way to save their ancestral lands a…

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Death by Shot Tracker 1:17:58

2M ago1:17:58

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This week Eddie has returned from the mountains, where he produced a performance that has inspired him to consider a major equipment change. There is also mulling over the Atlantic imbalance, whereby those who lose their cards on the PGA Tour have the opportunities to play some often terrible golf on the DP World Tour. Of course the European Ryder …

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Tommy's Triumph 1:23:46

2M ago1:23:46

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And lo, did Tommy Fleetwood smite all of those unbelievers before him, winning the Tour Championship and with it ten million dollars. Andrew Eddie and Iain convene to discuss that, as well as Ryder Cup team selection, Eddie's new found peace at the Belfry (despite a missed cut), which golfer had his waxwork repurposed and news of some very disturbi…

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The Thing About Golf: #145 Michele Watts 1:17:54

3M ago1:17:54

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If you’re prone to the occasional temper tantrum after a three-putt and you’re looking for some perspective about golf, this is the episode for you. Michele Watts is a surprise world champion in more ways than one. She never expected to lose most of her sight at the age of 56 and she certainly never expected to go on and win the International Blind…

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After the Gold Rush 1:22:09

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We are reduced to only two members of the TCF team and - whoever they may be - are left to discuss all the usual goings on in this crazy game we call golf. Scottie Scheffler's won a tournament, which is nice, and we wonder which will earn him more money this season - the prize money or the bonuses? And why do you need both? A more pertinent debate …

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Pain is so close to Pleasure 1:21:32

3M ago1:21:32

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In an endearingly self-deprecating description of this episode we would say that it's about twenty minutes longer than it needs to be. But there really is a lot to talk about with Eddie entertaining us all at Trump International and finding a top-10 finish on the main tour again. Yet even in finding form he still flirts with the darkness and is sta…

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Punched by Anthony Joshua 1:03:14

3M ago1:03:14

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Well, not really, it just felt like it to Eddie as he continued to beat himself up on the golf course despite a decent showing on the HotelPlanner Tour. The trio talk about his behaviour and form as well as the success of the AIG Women's Open at Royal Porthcawl where Japan took another women's major - this time through Miyu Yamashita - and Charley …

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The Thing About Golf: #144 Jennifer Lucas 1:22:41

3M ago1:22:41

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Some golf stories are just part of a much bigger and more important life story and on Episode 144, we meet just such a guest. Jennifer Lucas won the first Women’s British Open in 1976, but it is what happened later in life, when she discovered a twin sister she never knew she had at the age of 55, that has dominated the last 20 years. In this engro…

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Lottie Woad and Ibiza 1:12:00

3M ago1:12:00

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This week we celebrate the arrival of a new star in golf in Lottie Woad after her oh-so-impressive victory on her professional debut at the Women's Scottish Open. The trio also celebrate Eddie's safe return from Ibiza where TCF's touring pro survived backflips and a moderately fast boating expedition under the watchful eye of safety officer Laurie …

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Portrush and Philosophy 1:12:56

4M ago1:12:56

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Eddie returns to the pod with a report on his recent tournament in Germany, his general health and his plans for the weeks ahead. He also brings his particular brand of thinking to an analysis of Scottie Scheffler's triumph at Portrush as well as the personality and motivation of the world number one with iain and Andrew wondering if he is actually…

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OPEN - CLOSED 25:19

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An immediate, Sunday evening review of an Open Championship where Scottie Scheffler dominated, adding the Claret Jug to his collection and possibly enjoying it for a few minutes before moving on to other things. Andrew and Iain meet for the last time in the noisy media centre to discuss things and hear the thoughts of both Scheffler and Rory McIlro…

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Saturday at The Open 30:28

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Saturday night at The Open Championship: Andrew and Iain once again convene in the media centre to discuss the third round, wondering if anybody can stop Scottie Scheffler from winning his first Claret Jug and his fourth major, but more than that, they discuss whether he is actually exciting to watch or if his mastery of the game is actually quite …

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Halfway at The Open 30:18

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Friday night at The Open Championship and is this the time for Scottie Scheffler to claim the Claret Jug and his fourth major? Or can Matt Fitzpatrick add the Open to his US Open triumph? Or perhaps Brian Harman will do it again? And will Eddie notch up another top-10 in Germany in his comeback from injury? These and so many other questions are not…

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Wednesday at Portrush 33:26

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Our first min-pod of Open Championship week which turns out to not be quite so mini. Andrew and Iain meet up on the first tee to have a chat and watch various golfers tee off in their final practice rounds before it all gets underway on Thursday. In the process of which they fail to identify Cameron Adam - Royal Burgess member, former Scottish Amat…

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Seann Walsh 58:30

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Lifelong QPR fan Seann Walsh joins us to talk through his dream turned nightmare of playing at Loftus Road, amateur dramatics in Sunday league football and his odd reaction to have his mobile snatched out of his hands. Follow Sporting Misadventures on Twitter - https://twitter.com/SportingMisadvn - and Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sporting…

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OPEN ALL HOURS 1:16:31

4M ago1:16:31

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Here we are then - Monday of Open Championship and Iain and Andrew are together (two desks apart) in the media centre at Portrush, while Eddie joins from the highest point of his house to look ahead to the greatest golf tournament of them all. First, though, there are reflections on a wondrous finish to the Evian Championship and another stellar pe…

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Tour de 4 30:50

4M ago30:50

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This time it's Chris in the hot seat to give an update on his health and two months out from the Tour de 4 to talk about his ride in September aimed at raising £1million for charity and spread awareness about stage 4 cancer. Follow Sporting Misadventures on Twitter - https://twitter.com/SportingMisadvn - and Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sp…

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The Metronome and The Badger 56:21

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Once more it's a Wimbledon / golf episode with assorted diversions thrown in as the trio try to fit in a golf podcast around their various diary challenges. Iain is heading off to Edinburgh for the Scottish Open, Andrew is still at Wimbledon and Eddie is embarking on a new career as a yoga instructor. There's an update on his back issues, a look ba…

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The Thing About Golf: #143 Billy Horschel 1:13:49

4M ago1:13:49

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Many in the public eye have taken to speaking without saying much in this modern media age, but not Billy Horschel. The 38-year-old Floridian has gathered some wisdom and perspective on both life and the game in his 16-year professional career and he’s not afraid to share what he’s learnt. Forthright and thoughtful, Horschel gives his take on every…

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Danny Wallace 1:08:06

4M ago1:08:06

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In terms of sporting success, few have achieved higher status than this week's guest, the 1987 Hotel Azur French boules diploma winner in Malaga. Danny joined us to talk being a natural first timer at sports, commentating on the World's Strongest Man, sporting cereal endorsements and plenty more besides. Follow Sporting Misadventures on Twitter - h…

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Eddie Body Hurts 1:02:26

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A sore one, in every way possible. Eddie is back in the UK after the final day withdrawal while holding the lead in the Challenge Tour event in France. He explains why playing well might be the cause of his ailment and how he can fix it all going forward. Iain is at least able to report one victory for the TCF team while Andrew regrets parking unde…

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Steve Pemberton 57:42

5M ago57:42

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We're both massive League of Gentlemen fans so what a privilege to have Steve Pemberton in the hot seat this week. He talked all things Royston Vasey, his love of Blackburn Rovers, Olympic triathlon and being crowned a pool champion. Follow Sporting Misadventures on Twitter - https://twitter.com/SportingMisadvn - and Instagram - https://www.instagr…

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Fleetwood Lack 1:02:21

5M ago1:02:21

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Many tales from different types of touring this week as Eddie takes us through his return to competitive golf, Iain explains why he won't be returning to Frisco and Andrew bemoans crime levels in Hammersmith. In more obviously golf-related matters, the three discuss another near miss for Tommy Fleetwood and wonder how he can start to close out tour…

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The Thing About Golf: #142 Bill Fields 1:44:07

5M ago1:44:07

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How much do those who chronicle golf influence broader thinking about the game? And who are the people who cover the game, anyway? On episode 142, we meet one of those people and he’s one of the best in the business. Bill Fields is a multi-award-winning golf writer and photographer who has been covering golf at every conceivable level for more than…

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Alastair Campbell 1:04:11

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Not many people can claim to have had a private kickabout with Diego Maradona at Old Trafford but this week's guest has. The former No10 spin doctor turned co-host of the Rest is Politics also nearly had a sporting punch-up with Piers Morgan, set up the Geoffrey Boycott fan club and had an episode where cold water swimming went horribly wrong. Foll…

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US OPEN REVIEW 1:03:57

5M ago1:03:57

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This episode has been a US Open-style challenge. And we have shot somewhere in the mid-70s, only hoping to make up some ground on the field in episodes to come. Iain is in Oakmont, Eddie drops in briefly from France (at which point Laurie Canter also gives us his thoughts on his first US Open) and Andrew joins from semi-consciousness at about 2 in …

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The Clumsy, The Spineless and the Alibi-Artist. 1:14:18

5M ago1:14:18

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We'll let you decide which is which... The US Open is here and before Iain heads to Oakmont he joins Andrew and Eddie to pick over the bones of last weekend's golf, with Ryan Fox winning in Canada, Connor Syme getting his first DP World Tour win in The Netherlands and Graeme McDowell collecting comfortably the biggest prize cheque of his career. Th…

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Rhys Darby 1:01:58

5M ago1:01:58

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We may not have laughed as much with a guest as this one. Ahead of his UK stand-up tour, Rhys joined us from the US to talk climbing mountains with an Olympic champion, working with Jim Carrey and his favourite impressions. Follow Sporting Misadventures on Twitter - https://twitter.com/SportingMisadvn - and Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/spo…

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The Thing About Golf: #141 Andrew Coltart 1:16:08

5M ago1:16:08

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He’s familiar to many through his work as a commentator for Sky Sports, but Scotland's Andrew Coltart is much more than that. A two-time Australian PGA champion alongside two European Tour wins is testament to a well-rounded game and a mind sited to golf’s multitude challenges. Coltart reveals a keen intellect and a willingness to share his opinion…

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As Good as Tiger? 1:16:38

5M ago1:16:38

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A clickbait title for you on another long episode, which we might stop apologising for - there’s no obligation to listen to all of it. In fact it’s simply a necessary length to cover Maja Stark’s debut major win at the US Women’s Open, while also asking if the consistency of excellence from Scottie Scheffler means that he might have a Tiger-like ca…

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Jason Kenny and Jamie Staff 1:10:20

5M ago1:10:20

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It's our first ever surprise guest and it's two for the price of one as the Team GB's gold-medal-winning cycling team sprint reunite. Jason joins us from Cheshire fresh from the London Marathon while Jamie tunes in from the United States. Follow Sporting Misadventures on Twitter - https://twitter.com/SportingMisadvn - and Instagram - https://www.in…