Can Peter Kessler get back down on the Golf Channel?
Peter Kessler always had a thirst for golf and its history, and that, along with his silky smooth voice, led him to Golf Channel years later. Peter Kessler, of HBO Sports and Golf Channel fame, has been to the sport’s media mountaintop, but the difficulty is getting back down. The living room of a tidy light green house on Lake Winnah, in Orlando.
Is Peter Kessler the voice of golf?
Former Golf Channel host Peter Kessler is back on camera. Not for Golf Channel, not for HBO, but rather as the self-appointed "Voice of Golf" on Twitter. And no one is safe from his takes. Not even the great Jack Nicklaus.
Is Peter Kessler the most entertaining follow on Twitter?
He's called backstopping "backstabbing" (he's right), referred to the USGA as "Unusually Stupid Governance Available," and he's even showcased his singing and guitar-playing skills with original songs like "Arnie said to Jack." In short, Peter Kessler might just be the most entertaining follow on Twitter.
What happened to David Kessler?
Wow. Make no mistake about it, Kessler has had an amazing career in golf and he was a huge part of Golf Channel's launch and subsequent success before a messy split in 2001. But that is one heckuva statement.
What is Peter Kessler doing now?
Former Golf Channel host Peter Kessler is back on camera. Not for Golf Channel, not for HBO, but rather as the self-appointed "Voice of Golf" on Twitter. And no one is safe from his takes.
Who founded the Golf Channel?
Arnold PalmerJoseph E GibbsGolf Channel/Founders
Did Arnold Palmer own the golf channel?
The NBC Sports Group now owns Golf Channel. Gibbs and Palmer cashed out in 1999, though the 85-year-old Palmer still advises the network. He also still has a prime parking space reserved at headquarters. Nobody seems to mind that he rarely uses it.
Who owns the Golf Channel?
NBCUniversalGolf Channel / Parent organizationNBCUniversal Media, LLC is an American multinational mass media and entertainment conglomerate corporation owned by Comcast and headquartered at 30 Rockefeller Plaza in Midtown Manhattan, New York City, United States. NBCUniversal is primarily involved in the media and entertainment industry. Wikipedia
How old is Kessler?
Kessler, 50, has been on the sidelines since last December. Even though he still appears occasionally in reruns, executives at the Orlando-based network declared his tenure done, preferring to pay him the last year of his contract to do nothing.
Why did Palmer and Kessler split?
All it will say publicly is the split occurred because Kessler was seeking complete creative control, and that he wasn't on the same page as the network on several content issues. Also, Kessler reportedly could be difficult to work with.
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Who was the founder of the radio station with Arnold Palmer?
They wanted everyone to be interchangeable.". Kessler directs much of his wrath at Joe Gibbs, who co-founded the station with Arnold Palmer. Gibbs left the network earlier this year to form his own company. "He resented that I got so much of the credit [for the network's success]," Kessler said.
Who is the golf nut on the golf channel?
Hooking up at The Golf Channel was a dream job for Kessler , a self-professed golf nut. He quickly became the network's most popular figure. He had the ability to connect with the game's biggest stars on "Golf Talk Live," and knew how to set up teaching pros on "Golf Academy Live.". He had a presence about him on the air.
Is Kessler a difficult person to work with?
Also, Kessler reportedly could be difficult to work with . He admits he could be demanding, although he quickly points out he still remains close with the inner circle of staff who worked with him on his shows. For whatever reason, Kessler was banished. Ultimately, it has been a lose-lose situation on both fronts.
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Peter was very gracious and forthcoming as we talked. I can’t thank him enough for his time and frank thoughts as we talked about his childhood, history, and love of the game.
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hazebronso
I miss that guy - nothing was better than watching golfing greats sit down and let loose in an actual informative interview .... PERRRFECT. I even loved his Perfect Club infomercial.
HipCheck
I loved his time on TGC too, but you can listen to him daily on PGA Tour Radio. Great content and guests. In a way it's better, since you get much more info on radio than you would in limited time shown on [s]The [/s] Golf Channel.
Asleep
PK is a member here and pokes his head in from time to time. You can follow him on FaceBook to see who's upcoming on his show: https://www.facebook.com/peterskessler Good man.
tembolo1284
I thought he was run off because he pissed off Arnold Palmer when he was kinda implying Palmer was a cheater for using a non-conforming Callaway driver back in the day. Isn't that what happened?
bullie76
The problem with the interview was his follow up questions on the subject. He kept pressing the issue after Arnold gave his opinion and it clearly irritated the boss. If he had just accepted his answer and moved on, he might still be there. You don't irritate or embarrass the boss on national TV.
tembolo1284
Crazy stuff...Palmer is a powerful dude in the golf world. Guy hasn't had an inch...only thing i've seen him in is that perfect club commercial. Kinda sad for someone as good as Kessler. Soothing voice that fellow.
tembolo1284
I love all this speculation that Arnold had him fired. Where is the proof of that? I knew several of the channel's execs. from back then and they fired Peter not Arnold (chose not to renew his contract). Was that the straw that broke the camel's back---you bet (they didn't feel Arnold should have been treated like that).
