Matt & Mike – Standard Golf
What does it take to design the perfect driving range? Standard Golf’s Account Executive Michael Bohlmann put Vice President Matt Pauli in the hot seat, firing off questions about everything from color schemes to functionality. Should the range feature bold gamified targets or classic flagsticks for an authentic feel? How do you keep flags…
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Golf Course Wins & Woes: Rating Good Days, Bad Days, & Everything in Between with a Golf Superintendent
Matt Pauli, the Vice President of Standard Golf, teamed up with Thad Thompson, the Superintendent at Terry Hills Golf Course, for a quick-fire game in Batavia, New York. The challenge? Rate golf course scenarios from the dreamiest of days to the absolute worst. From cool August weeks to hydraulic leaks on the greens, Thad’s…
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Rain, Legends, and Delays: Guy Cipriano Ranks Golf’s Most Memorable Scenarios
What’s it like showing up for a round of golf? Matt Pauli, VP of Standard Golf, put special guest Guy Cipriano, publisher and editor-in-chief of Golf Course Industry Magazine, to the test. At Terry Hills Golf Course in Batavia, New York, Matt made him rate five golfing scenarios, and his answers didn’t disappoint. Guy…
Matt & Mike - Standard Golf
From Pebble Beach to St. Andrews: Ranking the Ultimate Hole-in-One Experiences
What’s better than hitting a hole-in-one? Maybe hitting it at an iconic course, with the wind in your face or a roaring crowd around you. Matt Pauli and Michael Bohlmann of the Standard Golf Company take us on a lively ride through five dream-worthy golfing scenarios. From Pebble Beach’s famous seventh hole to the…
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Guessing the World’s Top Golf Countries with Matt and Mike
Ever wondered which countries are home to the most golf courses? Matt Pauli and Michael Bohlmann from the Standard Golf Company take a swing at guessing the top five in this lively chat. With a mix of confidence and second-guessing, they rank the United States as number one—unsurprising, given it boasts nearly half of…
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FootJoy to Peter Millar: Golf’s Biggest Brands Ranked From Oldest to Newest
Join Standard Golf Company’s Vice President, Matt Pauli, and Account Executive, Michael Bohlmann, as they explore the fascinating timeline of golf’s biggest brands. Did you know FootJoy has been around since 1923, making it the oldest in their lineup? Or that Jacobsen’s first mower in 1969 transformed golf course upkeep? Nike Golf might feel modern,…
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Matt Pauli’s Perfect Golf Course: ‘This Or That’ Edition
Building the perfect golf course comes down to the small decisions, and Matt Pauli, VP of Standard Golf, recently shared his take in a lighthearted conversation with colleague Michael Bohlmann. Through a game of “this or that,” Matt explored the choices that shape his dream course, from tools to design elements. The duo debated…
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PCP Attribution Analysis
Dr. Sam Ambewadikar, RVP and Medical Director at Anthem National Accounts, joins Brent to unpack the power of primary care attribution analysis—a tool he helped pioneer to spotlight the clinical and financial impact of members not having an established PCP. Drawing from his background as a practicing pediatrician and claims analytics leader, Dr. Sam shares…
Sydney Health Demo
In this episode, Christina Firouztash, Executive Advisor of Digital Solutions at Anthem, gives a dynamic walkthrough of the Sydney Health app—Anthem’s flagship digital member experience. Christina showcases how Sydney delivers personalized, simple, and equitable navigation across benefits, including virtual care, pharmacy, financial transparency, and social services access. From contextual chatbots and ID card access to…
Pharmacy Part 1
In this episode, Brent chats with Katie Brennan, National Sales Director at CarelonRx, about making pharmacy benefits more accessible, consistent, and member-friendly. Katie spotlights Carelon new advanced home delivery model, which brings the pharmacy counter—and the pharmacist—into the member’s home. With fewer retail pharmacies offering extended hours and many patients lacking reliable transportation, CarelonRx is…
Inclusive Care
Sammy Gonzalez, Regional Vice President at Elevance Health, joins Brent for a deeply personal and impactful conversation on health equity and inclusive care. Sammy shares a powerful story of medical misdiagnosis tied to cultural assumptions, underscoring how bias—even unintentional—can hinder care quality. He highlights Elevance’s work to improve diversity in provider networks, enhance cultural competency,…
