# Alan Shipnuck: Author, "Rory: The Heartache and Triumph of Golf's Most Human Superstar"

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Podcast: [Two Writers Slinging Yang](https://stenobird.com/podcast/two-writers-slinging-yang-662001)
Published: 2026-04-14T11:55:00+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jeff-pearlman9/episodes/Alan-Shipnuck-Author--Rory-The-Heartache-and-Triumph-of-Golfs-Most-Human-Superstar-e3hmd3l
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Duration seconds: 3628

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On writing a biography without the help of the protagonist. On living life in a tight sport with many bruised feelings. On whether people still understand reporting. On golf.

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