Golf is life’s cheat code, and it’s not just for the dads, Brads, and Chads. Mel Reid and Kira Dixon are keeping you up to date on the golf haps, with spicy tak...
Ep 6: Creators and Players, Paige Spiranac’s DMs, short shorts, and mental health
In this episode of Quiet Please! hosts Mel Reid and Kira Dixon catch up on their week, discussing Kira's commentating at the Players Championship, their shared love of Beef Wellington and thoughts on the Creator Classic. Mel and Kira bring on golf content creator, influencer and queen of hot takes, Paige Spiranac. Paige opens up about the difficulties of breaking into the golf scene and dealing with online criticism when navigating her own personal mental health struggles. They delve into how Paige has monetized her social media presence, the weirdest DM’s she’s received and even what it’s like to date with such a public image.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep 5: Golf, Glute Kickbacks and the Growth of Women’s Sports with Evan Childs
On this episode of Quiet Please! hosts Mel Reid and Kira Dixon catch up on their week before diving into an interview with fitness instructor and entrepreneur, Evan Childs. Evan talks about her newfound passion for golf and her journey from playing D1 college softball to launching her fitness brand, NOVEL. She shares the challenges of creating athletic wear that fits women like her and how she identified a gap in the market for stylish, functional sportswear. The three talk about Evan’s experience with reciprocal IVF, her coming-out story and some of her thoughts on what’s necessary for the future success of women’s sports. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep 4: Full Swing Recap, Hungover Plane Escorts, and a Sunday Roast
On this solo episode of Quiet Please! hosts Mel Reid and Kira Dixon catch up on their recent travels, the announcement of Anna Nordqvist as the Solheim Cup captain and the season three premiere of Netflix's Full Swing. They introduce a new segment called "Shush of the Week," where Mel shares her biggest travel ick and Kira goes in on her hatred of dirty martinis. The two wrap up with a new segment called the "Sunday Roast," and share some embarrassing listener stories... And maybe even a few of their own...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ep 3: Elphaba is…Green? Broadway’s MK Morrissey Loves Golf, and a Wicked Fantasy Casting Draft
On this episode of Quiet Please!, Mel Reid and Kira Dixon sit down with MK Morrissey, who’s currently starring as Elphaba in Wicked on Broadway—and just so happens to be an avid golfer. MK shares how she first picked up the game in New York City, why it’s become a key part of her routine during her year-long run, and how the physical and technical demands of performing are not dissimilar to those of a professional athlete. Kira shares her deep love of musicals, Mel takes plenty of notes, and it all leads to a Wicked Fantasy Draft you never knew you needed—actors, golfers, and maybe even hosts… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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EP 2: Open-toed shoes, Michelle Wie West, and Taylor Swift's Bracelet
On this episode of Quiet Please! Mel Reid and Kira Dixon welcome their first guest, five-time winner on the LPGA tour and major champion, Michelle Wie West. Michelle talks going pro at such a young age, being trained like a man, and how she overcame injuries throughout her career. The three also dive into post-retirement Michelle, her IVF journey, mom life, tennis pursuits and her new business ventures including how Taylor Swift ended up wearing a bracelet Michelle designed! Plus, Mel learns about open-toed shoes and talks being an adopted eagles fan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Golf is life’s cheat code, and it’s not just for the dads, Brads, and Chads. Mel Reid and Kira Dixon are keeping you up to date on the golf haps, with spicy takes and conversations with incredible people – moms, celebrities, athletes, business leaders, creators, and artists who have figured out how to use golf as a superpower.
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