Iona Stephen: Golfer & TV Presenter

Pro golfer and broadcaster Iona Stephen joins the show to discuss storytelling, sports journalism, and more.
October 28, 2025

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In this episode, Mason Reed interviews presenter and commentator Iona Stephen, who is a frequent contributor to networks including Sky Sports and CBS and host of her own YouTube series, On the Road With Iona. Iona shares her journey from starting out as a professional golfer to becoming a prominent broadcaster in the golf world. She discusses the challenges of balancing her travel schedule, the intricacies of golf broadcasting, and the importance of teamwork behind the scenes. 

Iona also opens up about the injury that ended her playing career, her decision to share her story publicly, and how she found new opportunities in life after golf. As she shares her transformative journey with golf, she shows how she redefined her relationship with the sport after such a challenging period. She reflects on her childhood influences that shaped her drive and determination, her unique position in the broadcasting world, and her commitment to storytelling that captures the essence of golf. 

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