• The Secret of St. Andrews

  • By: Scott Dow
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The Secret of St. Andrews

By: Scott Dow
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  • The Secret of St. Andrews podcast is for golf enthusiasts, history buffs and patriots.
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Episodes
  • The Union Club

    The Union Club
    Jan 2 2025

    Did you know that the iconic clubhouse behind the Old Course's first tee originally belonged to a different club? In this episode of The Secret of St. Andrews, we uncover the history of the Union Club, its ties to archery, and how it eventually merged with the R&A to become the legendary Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews.

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    2 mins
  • The Hole Clerks

    The Hole Clerks
    Dec 26 2024

    Ever wonder how the scoring system in golf's greatest championships came to be? In this episode of The Secret of St. Andrews, we delve into the fascinating chaos of the R&A's original method for determining a champion—where players waited for clerks to scrutinize "jottings" before a winner was revealed. Join us as we uncover how this convoluted system led to the stroke play scoring we know today.

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    4 mins
  • Episode 19: Rattray, Wemyss and Mercer

    Episode 19: Rattray, Wemyss and Mercer
    Dec 19 2024

    Three remarkable figures—John Rattray, Hugh Mercer, and David Wemyss—are at the heart of this episode of The Secret of St. Andrews. From their shared experience at the Battle of Culloden to their fascinating journeys across Scotland, France, and the American colonies, this story reveals their enduring patriotism, secret intelligence efforts, and lasting impact on history. Discover how their bonds, forged in rebellion, shaped Scotland’s future and influenced the American Revolution.

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    9 mins

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