S E32: Ed Burns on Golf Taking Him by Storm, Family & Finnegan's Foursome

S E32: Ed Burns on Golf Taking Him by Storm, Family & Finnegan's Foursome

Author: Big Swing Media June 3, 2026 Duration: 47:29
How does an acclaimed filmmaker become obsessed with golf?In this episode of The Big Swing, Jimmy Roberts sits down with writer, director, actor, and lifelong storyteller Edward Burns to discuss his newest film, Finnegan's Foursome, and the personal journey that inspired it.After losing his mother during the COVID pandemic, Burns picked up golf again to spend time with his father. What started as a simple way to reconnect quickly became an obsession that transformed his life and ultimately inspired a feature film centered around family, golf, loss, and legacy.Along the way, Burns reflects on:Becoming obsessed with golf later in lifeThe father-son relationships that shaped his storyCreating Finnegan's FoursomeLessons learned from Martin Scorsese and Steven SpielbergThe unlikely journey from The Brothers McMullen to Hollywood successGetting into Sundance after handing a VHS tape directly to Robert RedfordWhy golf creates moments unlike any other sportThe future of independent filmmakingThis conversation is about much more than golf.It's about creativity, family, obsession, storytelling, and the moments that shape who we become.If you love golf, movies, entrepreneurship, or great stories, this is a conversation worth your full attention.🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every Wednesday▶️ Watch on YouTube | 🎙️ Listen on Apple Podcasts & Spotify📺 Airing on Golf Channel every TuesdayThe Big Swing with Jimmy Roberts is produced by Big Swing Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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