Talking Golf with Ann Liguori

Talking Golf - 06/14/2025 - Andy Bessette

On this edition of Talking Golf with Ann Liguori, Andy Bessette, Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer of Travelers, talks about how the company has embraced the Travelers Championship’s spot on the PGA Tour schedule,  right after the U.S. Open; what makes the event one of the most fan-friendly and player-friendly stops on the PGA Tour; and how lessons learned from golf, carry over into the culture at Travelers and influence the way the company serves its customers and communities.

Talking Golf - 06/11/2026 - FULL - Ed Burns, Nathan Grube

In this edition of 'Talking Golf with Ann Liguori,' Ann recaps Nelly Korda’s thrilling victory at the U.S. Women’s Open, sits down with filmmaker and actor Ed Burns to discuss his new film Finnegan’s Foursome, and previews the Travelers Championship with Tournament Director Nathan Grube.

Talking Golf - 06/02/2026 - FULL - Jack Druga

In this edition of Talking Golf, Ann previews the 126th U.S. Open at legendary Shinnecock Hills Golf Club, as the championship returns to one of golf’s most demanding and historic venues June 18-21. Founded in 1891 and one of the five founding clubs of the USGA, Shinnecock will host the U.S. Open for a sixth time, adding another chapter to its remarkable legacy.   Ann is joined by Jack Druga, who served as Head Professional at Shinnecock from 2007-2022 and was at the center of the action during the memorable 2018 U.S. Open. Jack shares behind-the-scenes stories about playing practice rounds with Tiger Woods, his inside perspective on the controversial 2018 setup that had players complaining about course conditions, where spectators can find the best vantage points around Shinnecock, and which players are best suited to handle the challenges of this iconic links-style test.

Talking Golf - 05/12/2026 - FULL - Chris Gabriele, Tyler Collet

Broadcasting from the Aronimink Golf Club during PGA Championship week, Ann visits with PGA Professionals Chris Gabriele and Tyler Collet, who each qualified in dramatic fashion to earn spots in the Major Championship as members of the Corebridge Financial Team top 20 PGA Professionals. Both share what it takes to handle the nerves, pressure, and excitement on one of golf’s biggest stages.  Plus, Jordan Spieth shares what completing the career Grand Slam would mean to him, and what shots matter most at Donald Ross-designed Aronimink. And Matt Fitzpatrick reflects on his sensational season.

Talking Golf - 05/06/2026 - FULL - Brandel Chamblee

In this edition of Talking Golf with Ann Liguori, Ann focuses on the latest developments surrounding LIV Golf and the growing questions about its future. Her guest, longtime Golf Channel analyst Brandel Chamblee shares his candid opinions on loyalty versus greed in professional golf, whether some players who joined LIV were misguided by agents and advisors, why he never believed LIV’s current business model would succeed long term, his thoughts on Jon Rahm, Bryson Dechambeau, Phil Mickelson, why he thinks the current purse structure on the PGA Tour is not sustainable, and much more. It’s a compelling, thought-provoking conversation on the state of professional golf and where the game may be headed.