The Big Swing with Jimmy Roberts

2d ago

"How does a $4M sweater-focused business become a modern lifestyle powerhouse with a “customer-first” reputation across golf, office, and everyday life? In this episode of The Big Swing with Jimmy Roberts, Jimmy sits down with Scott Mahoney, CEO of Peter Millar, to unpack the real story behind one of the most influential brands in golf apparel — and why “looking like a Peter Millar person” might be the ultimate compliment. Scott shares the unconventional path that brought him from industrial gas sales to the apparel world, the lessons he learned at Ralph Lauren, and the moment he saw a hole in the market: premium, tasteful product that could take you from the course to the office to the weekend — without losing authenticity. They get into: The origin of the name “Peter Millar” (and why it’s a great brand name) Turning a sweater brand into a true lifestyle company (shoes, swim, performance, and beyond) Why COVID was a major inflection point — and how Peter Millar became the new “work uniform” The company’s obsession with service (including the legendary “one shirt” story) Culture as a competitive advantage — from a “start with yes” mindset to sending flowers when teams travel overseas Why Peter Millar leaned into stores (and how they think about omni-channel growth) The small details that build loyalty (yes, including the mint in the box) The new NFL licensing launch — and why it’s a long-term growth engine Scott’s “Big Swing Moment” — leaving a great job to bet on a brand, with support from the people closest to him Smart, funny, and packed with real lessons on brand building, retail strategy, and customer experience — this one’s a masterclass for anyone who cares about where golf (and golf style) is headed. 🎧 Subscribe for new episodes 📺 Watch on YouTube | 🎙️ Listen on Apple Podcasts & Spotify #PeterMillar #ScottMahoney #TheBigSwing #GolfBusiness #JimmyRoberts" See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Dec 3

What do golf gift ideas, holiday shopping trends, and a $14 billion sporting goods empire have in common? This episode. Jimmy Roberts opens with sports business journalist Mollie Cahillane, breaking down the best golf gifts of the season — from wearable tech and simulators to custom balls and bucket-list travel experiences. Then the show shifts to a rare, in-depth conversation with Ed Stack, the longtime CEO and now Executive Chairman of Dick’s Sporting Goods — a company he grew from two stores in Binghamton to more than 800 locations and $14B+ in annual sales. Stack pulls back the curtain on: • Why he told his senior team “we’re breaking up with Wall Street” and stopped chasing quarterly expectations • Nearly losing the company — twice — and the lessons that shaped its turnaround • How Dick’s became the largest golf retailer in America • The battles with manufacturers and the PGA of America when they first entered the golf equipment business • Why golfers shop differently today — and how fittings transformed retail • Concerns about rising equipment costs and the ball rollback debate • The growth of women’s and youth golf • Why culture, customer focus, and “never falling in love with yourself” still guide the company today • His emotional connection to the Dick’s PGA TOUR Champions event in his hometown • The massive Foot Locker acquisition and what’s next for the business It’s a masterclass in leadership, reinvention, and the evolution of sports retail — with some of the most honest, self-aware reflections you’ll hear from a Fortune 500 leader. 🎧 Subscribe for new episodes 📺 Watch on YouTube | 🎙️ Listen on Apple Podcasts & Spotify #EdStack #DicksSportingGoods #TheBigSwing #GolfBusiness #JimmyRoberts #SportsBusiness See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Nov 19

Five Iron Golf didn’t invent simulator golf — but they reinvented what it could be. Co-founder and Chief Development Officer Nora Dunnan joins Jimmy Roberts to break down how a scrappy idea in the back of a tailor shop turned into a 40-location global brand backed by $70M+ in investment. Nora shares how four non-golfers built one of the most influential companies in modern golf: bold decisions, relentless customer experience, calculated risks, franchising, culture, and the post-pandemic simulator boom. If you care about entrepreneurship, golf innovation, or building something from nothing — this is a masterclass. 🎧 Subscribe for new episodes 📺 Watch on YouTube | 🎙️ Listen on Apple Podcasts & Spotify #FiveIronGolf #NoraDunnan #TheBigSwing #GolfBusiness #JimmyRoberts See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Nov 5

How did Grant Horvat go from teaching golf on TikTok to building one of the most-watched YouTube golf brands in the world? In this episode, Jimmy Roberts dives deep with the creator-turned-entrepreneur. They talk YouTube strategy, PGA Tour dynamics, business lessons, and what it’s really like to film with Tiger Woods. Plus: why Grant left Good Good, what he learned, and what’s next. In this episode: • Grant Horvat’s YouTube journey — from Good Good to going solo • Filming with Tiger Woods and Scottie Scheffler • The Good Good Golf split and what really happened • YouTube Golf vs. PGA Tour — who’s winning the next generation of fans • Building and growing a golf brand in the creator economy • Betting on yourself and taking creative control • Content strategy + business insights from one of golf’s top creators 👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more behind-the-scenes stories from the business of golf. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Oct 22

Emmy Award-winning broadcaster Jimmy Roberts sits down with the most influential names in the business of golf — from CEOs and creators to athletes and insiders — for intimate, insightful conversations about how the game is evolving. In this episode of The Big Swing, Jimmy talks with Garrett Hilbert of Dude Perfect about how five college friends turned trick shots into a $400M brand, what Augusta National taught them about risk, and how golf became central to their content and future plans — including a potential theme park. 🎧 Subscribe for new episodes 📺 Watch on YouTube | 🎙️ Listen on Apple Podcasts & Spotify #DudePerfect #GarrettHilbert #TheBigSwing #GolfBusiness #JimmyRoberts See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Oct 8

From Happy Gilmore 2 to the collapse of Ryder Cup ratings, from LIV Golf’s stalled framework to the Netflix effect, this episode delivers insight, laughs, and serious business lessons — including some fun stories about some of the biggest names in sports and entertainment: Adam Sandler, Michael Jordan, Charles Barkley, Arnold Palmer, Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Sep 26

Jimmy Roberts goes behind the scenes with the power players shaping the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black: Guy Kinnings (CEO, Ryder Cup Europe), Jeff Price (Chief Commercial Officer, PGA of America), and Larry Schwartz (General Chairman of the 45th Ryder Cup). From skyrocketing ticket prices and $200M economic impact to official moonshine and first-tee hype shows, this episode unpacks how the Ryder Cup became the biggest business in golf. In this episode: • The origin story of Bethpage landing the Ryder Cup • How the event went from near collapse to global spectacle • $750 tickets, 3M sq ft buildouts, and why it’s worth it • Navigating sponsorship, authenticity, and the LIV Golf tension • Legacy, logistics, and leaving a mark on Long Island • Special appearances by John McEnroe, Colin Jost and Michael Strahan Whether you're in sports, business, or just love the game, this conversation reveals how golf’s past, present, and future collide at the Ryder Cup. 🏌️‍♂️ Subscribe for new episodes every other Thursday 🎧 Listen on Spotify • Apple Podcasts • Watch on YouTube #RyderCup #BethpageBlack #GolfBusiness #TheBigSwing #JimmyRoberts #PGATour #RyderCup2025 #GolfMarketing #PGAofAmerica #GolfPodcast See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Sep 10

Eastside Golf founders Earl Cooper and Olajuwon Ajanaku join Jimmy Roberts to share how they turned a side hustle into a multi-million dollar brand—collabing with Jordan Brand and landing retailers like Nordstrom and Dick’s Sporting Goods (to say nothing of having a U.S. President wear their gear). From literally shipping orders out of their apartments to reshaping golf culture, Eastside Golf is changing what the game looks like—and who it’s for. In this episode: Going viral after Chris Paul wore their gear on CNN The Zoom call with Michael Jordan that changed everything The power of authentic storytelling in business Why giving back to Morehouse College sits at the core of their mission Whether you’re in golf, fashion, or building your own company, this conversation is a blueprint for hustle, vision, and purpose. 🏌️‍♂️Subscribe for new episodes every other week 🎧 Listen on Spotify • Apple Podcasts • Watch on YouTube #EastsideGolf #GolfBusiness #TheBigSwing #JimmyRoberts #JordanGolf #GolfCulture #GolfApparel. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .