All stories in the book are narrated by Mechem.
ORANGE COUNTY, CA. – Charlie Mechem is proud to announce the release of the audiobook version of his popular book, “Arnie and Jack: Stories of My Long Friendship with Two Remarkable Men.” Mechem himself narrates the audiobook which is now available on most major audiobook platforms.
A Unique Perspective on Golf Legends
The Arnie and Jack audiobook offers listeners a front-row seat to many of golf’s cherished moments in historically rich locales, all narrated with Mechem’s trademark wit, humor, and emotion. Through his stories, Mechem transports listeners to iconic courses such as Bay Hill, Camargo Club, Muirfield Village, Tradition, and Augusta National, as well as memorable off-course locations including Arnold Palmer’s Restaurant, the Captains Club at Jack’s Memorial Golf Tournament, the White House, and Congress.
Decades of Friendship and Experience
Mechem’s remarkable legal and business career spanned six decades, during which he served as a longtime advisor to both Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus.
“I was honored and privileged to know Arnie and Jack for many years as good friends and to be blessed by those relationships,” Mechem shared. “My life has been greatly enriched by my friendship with these two men.”
Stories Both Personal and Memorable
The audiobook features a collection of stories—some focusing on Arnie or Jack individually and others highlighting moments they shared together. Collectively, these recollections provide a unique view of two of golf’s most memorable figures.
From Jack
Jack Nicklaus adds, “I can say with complete conviction that there isn’t a person, past or present, who knows more about Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus, and the stories that took place between the two of us — and individually — than Charlie Mechem.”
Availability
The Arnie and Jack audiobook is available on most major audiobook platforms:
Here are a few links:
About Charlie Mechem
· Charles Mechem began his career as a lawyer with Cincinnati’s esteemed law firm, Taft Stettinius & Hollister.
· He later became a business executive, leading the Taft Broadcasting Company and its empire, which included a range of media outlets, Hanna-Barbera, Kings Island and Canada’s Wonderland Amusement Parks.
· He served as commissioner of the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA).
· Charlie Mechem acted as a longtime consultant and advisor to both Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus.
· Despite his impressive professional accomplishments, Mechem considers himself a small-town boy at heart, having been born in Nelsonville, Ohio, in the northwestern corner of Athens County.
· He often reflects on the many wonderful friends he has made throughout his dynamic career.
MEDIA CONTACT
Vanessa Marie Price or Tracy Nackel
Read the Greens, GOLF Media, Inc.
www.readthegreensgolfmedia.net
readthegreens@aol.com or VanessaMarie@readthegreensgolfmedia.net