Our Team
Evan Bernstein
Co-Host & Golf Enthusiast
Evan Bernstein is an avid golfer and golf fan. His home club is Talking Stick in Scottsdale, AZ. He loves his Titleist 716 TMB's, his Ping Sedona putter, and playing 18 with his friends. He also loves trying new clubs and watching equipment reviews on YouTube. His nickname is Mr. Equipment.
Favorite Course: Bethpage Black
Handicap: 13.4
Golf Philosophy: "Swing your swing"
Anthony Pioppi
Co-Host, Golf Writer, Historian & Consultant
Anthony Pioppi is a golf writer, historian, consultant, and archeologist. Much of his research focuses on the work of golf course architect Seth Raynor and his protégé Charles Banks, as well as their mentor, Charles Blair Macdonald.
Pioppi has authored four books, including The Finest Nines, the first book in world golf literature dedicated solely to nine-hole courses. His other works include The Finest Nines, North America's Best 9-Hole Golf Courses, The History of the Minikahda Club Golf Course, and Shoreacres: The First 100 Years. He's coauthor of Haunted Golf.
His work has appeared in newspapers such as the Hartford Courant, Washington Post, and Chicago Tribune, and magazines like Links, Golf Course Architecture, MassGolfer and New Jersey Golf. The executive director of the Seth Raynor Society, Pioppi caddies on weekends during the Connecticut golf season.
Favorite Course: Shinnecock Hills Golf Club
Handicap: 6
Golf Philosophy: "Golf is a reflection of life – it's how you respond
to challenges that defines your character."
Chris Girling
Co-Host & Golf Photographer
Chris is a lifelong golfer with a passion for architecture. His photographs and drone work have been featured in Golf Digest, capturing the beauty and strategic elements of golf courses from unique perspectives. Chris brings both an artistic eye and a deep understanding of course design to every conversation, helping listeners appreciate the visual and architectural aspects that make great golf courses memorable.
Favorite Course: The one I'm playing today
Handicap: 10
Golf Philosophy: "Keep it simple and by all means...just don't mess up."
Vinnie
producer
Why This Team Works
The chemistry between Evan, Anthony, Chris, and Vinnie is what sets Fairways & Blueprints apart from other golf podcasts. Each host brings a distinct area of expertise, but more importantly, they share a genuine love for the game and respect for the golf enthusiast.
Their conversations are natural, informed, and often hilarious – exactly the kind of discussion you'd want to have with your own golf buddies after a round. Whether they're debating the merits of different training aids, exploring course architecture, sharing travel recommendations, or diving into the mental game, these four hosts ensure that every episode delivers value, entertainment, and camaraderie.
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