Episode 1: Meet Doris & Marie; Meet the Top 6 of the Top 20 LPGA athletes

In the inaugural episode of Fairway Fates, hosts Doris and Marie introduce their podcast focused on the LPGA and women's golf. They share their personal journeys into the world of golf, the inspiration behind starting the podcast, and their excitement to learn more about the sport and its players. 

The episode then moves on a discussion about the top 20 women in golf, highlighting their achievements and contributions to the sport. This episodes gets through #6 and Episode 2 will round out the list

Marie and Doris delve into the disparities in earnings between male and female golfers, highlighting the impressive achievements of rising stars like Nelly Korda and Jeeno Thitikul. They also discuss the remarkable career of Lydia Ko, who has made significant strides in women's golf. The conversation touches on the growth of women's golf in Asia and the cultural impact of these athletes, as well as the need for a rebranding of golf leagues to better represent female players. In this conversation, Doris and Marie delve into the excitement surrounding LPGA players, highlighting their personal stories and achievements. They discuss the enthusiasm of fans, particularly for players like Ronnie Yen, Hannah Green, and Lilia Vu, exploring their backgrounds, career milestones, and the impact they have on women's sports. 

The conversation emphasizes the importance of representation and the unique journeys of these athletes, showcasing their personalities and the camaraderie within the LPGA community.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction to Fairway Fates

02:02 - The Inspiration Behind the Podcast

08:49 - Discovering the LPGA and Its Players

17:03 - The Journey to Creating a Unique Podcast

23:10 - Exploring the Top 20 Women in Golf

33:18 - The Discrepancy in Earnings: Men's vs Women's Golf

36:13 - Rebranding Golf: The GPGA vs LPGA Debate

38:24 - Spotlight on Rising Stars: Nelly Korda and Jeeno Thitikul

42:25 - Lydia Ko: A Force in Women's Golf

49:59 - The Growth of Women's Golf in Asia

54:44 - Excitement for LPGA Players

57:09 - Spotlight on Ronnie Yen

01:00:20 - Hannah Green's Journey

01:11:50 - Lilia Vu's Inspiring Story

Find us wherever you listen to podcasts, including Spotify and Apple Podcasts. We are also on YouTube and can be contacted via our website, FairwayFates.com.