The 153rd Open is here which can mean only one thing... it's time for another round of Open Commutes courtesy of The bunkered Podcast team

On today's episode, recorded live from Portrush, Michael and Ben reflect on an eventful journey to get to Northern Ireland as well as how Rory McIlroy appeared during his press earlier-than-usual Monday press conference.

Elsewhere, two-time Open champion Padraig Harrington joins for a blether as he prepares to hit the opening tee shot in this year's championship. The Irishman also discusses his first 24 hours with the Claret Jug, gear tweaks, his love for Royal Portrush, and... soft-scoop ice cream. Yes, really.

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Everybody stay calm but The 153rd Open is upon us - and what a week it’s shaping up to be!

On this bumper episode of The bunkered Podcast, Michael, James and Lewis set the scene for a potentially epic week at Royal Portrush.

From where, specifically, on the course the Claret Jug might be won and lost, to Rory’s prospects of book-ending men’s major season with another emotional ‘W’, the guys cover all bases.

There’s dark horses you should watch out for, thoughts on how the week might go for the R&A’s new chief exec, potential changes that should be made to improve the event, insight into why British golfers have gone 26 (twenty-six!) years without winning the championship, and even a quiz for good measure.

It’s the most in-depth and informed Open preview pod you could hope for.

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According to a new study, golf “risks dying out unless it acts fast to win over a new generation”. But is there any truth to that?

Michael, James and Lewis discuss on this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast.

There’s also praise for Lottie Woad following her remarkable win on the Ladies European Tour last weekend, whilst the guys set the scene for this week’s Genesis Scottish Open, which is set to debut (amongst other things) a new ‘Stadium Hole’...

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With his win at the Travelers Championship, Keegan Bradley might just have played his way onto his own Ryder Cup team. But can he really be a playing captain? Is that too tall an order? Or might that be the masterstroke the US needs to reclaim the famous gold trophy from Europe this September?

Michael, James and Lewis discuss that in detail on this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast.

Elsewhere, the guys look at where it all went wrong for Tommy Fleetwood in his latest attempt to win for the first time on the PGA Tour and weigh up the credentials of the new man at the helm of the US-based circuit.

Oh, and if ever wanted to know how a famous chicken-based fast-food joint makes its gravy, we have the inside scoop...

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We were promised carnage and carnage is what we got! On this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast, Michael, James and Lewis reflect on a wild US Open at Oakmont.

There’s praise for new major champ JJ Spaun, plenty of Bob MacIntyre chat, thoughts on Rory, and plenty of questions about the course set-up.

Elsewhere, the guys answer YOUR questions, try to work out what the significance is of “June 2001”, and Michael details the time he was asked to sing for the King and Queen of Norway.

Yep, there’s a lot going on as per usual!

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And just like that, it’s time for the third men’s major of the year. The 125th US Open takes place this week at Oakmont Country Club, and there are load of talking points for Michael, James and Lewis to get into.

Does the championship get a bad rap? Is Scottie Scheffler the man to beat? Could Phil Mickelson make more major magic? What the hell is going on with Rory McIlroy?

The guys discuss all that and more, with plenty of listener contributions, too.

Oh, and there’s a very significant Podder of Merit update...

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You know how people say it’s the littlest things that cause the biggest arguments? That’s s certainly the case on this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast.

Michael, James and Lewis discuss long par-3s and whether or not they’re (a) any good and (b) should be capped at a particular yardage.

Things get... feisty!

Elsewhere, the guys discuss Scottie Scheffler and his major ceiling. How many majors will he finish his career with.

All that, plus James tells us about the time he – and we quote - “almost killed Paula Creamer”. Or did he?

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The murky world of sponsors invites is back in the spotlight following the decision to grant Jordan Spieth, Rickie Fowler, Matt Kuchar and Brandt Snedeker places in this week’s Memorial Tournament.

Should there be tighter restrictions on who sponsors are allowed to give exemptions to? Should they even be given that luxury at all? Michael, James and Lewis discuss that on this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast.

Elsewhere, Steve Rider joins us to discuss the halcyon days of BBC Sport as well as his own, relatively recent prostate cancer diagnosis. He wants all men to get themselves checked and so do we.

Plus, why are we talking about ordained monks?!

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