Local Voices, Global Greens: Podcast Scores Birdie With 25K Listeners

A local podcast capturing the heart, hustle, and build-up to The 153rd Open at Royal Portrush is making serious noise — and listeners are tuning in from across the globe.

Causeway Cast – All Roads Lead to Portrush, hosted by broadcaster Chris Arthur, has already garnered over 25,000 listeners on platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more, just weeks after its launch. The series celebrates the people, places, and preparations shaping this historic moment along the Causeway Coast.

While The Open might be the headline event, Causeway Cast goes deeper, spotlighting the community spirit, behind-the-scenes efforts, and personal stories that make Portrush shine.

Here’s a look at what listeners have been enjoying:

• Episode 1 – Gerry McAleese of Royal Portrush reflects on the club’s 137-year history and its transformation into a global golf destination.

• Episode 2 – Dr. Rory McCartney, clubhouse convenor, offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse at the standards and pride that make Royal Portrush exceptional.

• Episode 3 – Gary McNeill, the club’s long-serving pro, shares insights on course conditions and why Portrush continues to impress at the highest level.

• Episode 4 – Sarah Simpson from Translink breaks down the massive logistics effort behind moving hundreds of thousands of fans around Northern Ireland.

• Episode 5 – John Crawford of Top Blade Steakhouse discusses bringing big flavour to Portrush with a brand-new location in time for The Open.

• Episode 6 – Dr. Peter Bolan from Ulster University talks golf, tourism, and the broader impact The Open brings to the region.

From the clubhouse to the high street, from transport teams to restaurateurs, Causeway Cast tells the real stories of how a small coastal town prepares for the world stage.

And with more episodes on the way, this podcast is proving that all roads truly do lead to Portrush.

Tune in now wherever you get your podcasts and join over 25,000 listeners already following the journey.