This week on The Cart Barn Podcast, Chris Lemley and Gregg Dewalt continue their coverage from the practice range at the Regions Tradition with two guests who Alabama sports and entertainment fans will immediately recognize.
First, U.S. Senator and former Auburn football coach Tommy Tuberville joins us to discuss golf in Washington, playing with fellow senators, the future of NIL and the transfer portal, his campaign for Governor of Alabama, and why golf remains one of the best ways to learn about people.
Then, American Idol winner Taylor Hicks stops by to talk music, golf, Shoal Creek, John Daly’s songwriting, Alice Cooper’s influence on his golf game, and life on the road.
Topics include:
• Tommy Tuberville on NIL and college athletics
• Golf in Washington, D.C.
• Playing with President Trump and fellow senators
• Running for Governor of Alabama
• Taylor Hicks on American Idol
• Shoal Creek and Alabama golf
• John Daly’s music career
• Alice Cooper’s golf influence
• Bucket-list golf destinations
• Behind-the-scenes at the Regions Tradition
The Cart Barn Podcast explores the people, stories, history, and culture that make golf special, with a focus on Alabama and beyond.