No Laying Up - Golf Podcast 1067: Seve Saiz’s Golf Trip of a Lifetime
Sep 10, 2025
Seve Saiz, founder of Course Maps, shares his adventurous story of documenting golf in Scotland after his gear was stolen. Instead of canceling, he rented clubs and captured his journey on an old camcorder. Seve emphasizes the unique golfing culture in Scotland, exploring hidden gems and grassroots competitions. He reflects on the importance of spontaneity and authenticity in storytelling. With humorous anecdotes and heartfelt moments, he invites listeners to embrace their own golf adventures and the connections formed along the way.
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Publish Daily, Edit Nightly
- Post in real time to make travel content feel immediate and relatable.
- Edit short daily videos each night so followers can follow the journey as it happens.
Constraints Improve Creativity
- Shooting on limited medium (VHSC tape) forces intentional filming and reduces endless b-roll.
- Constraints made Seve choose more meaningful shots and improved storytelling.
Popped Tire At Machrihanish
- At Machrihanish Seve clipped a bus and shredded a tire arriving late, then begged the pro to let him play.
- The pro secretly let him onto the course and the sunset round became one of the trip's most memorable moments.