Episodes

  • Distance & Accuracy Combined In One Swing!

    Distance & Accuracy Combined In One Swing!
    Dec 29 2023
    PGA Instructor Mike Austin drove over 500 yards in his 60s! Jaacob Bowden lowered his handicap from 14-scratch with Austin's method, now he's teaching it. Originally, this was Members Only episode #336, published in JUNE 2012, so it’s the first time it’s being shared publicly for free!
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    30 mins
  • Multi-Time Contestant of Golf Channel's Big Break, Audrey McCormick

    Multi-Time Contestant of Golf Channel's Big Break, Audrey McCormick
    Dec 22 2023
    242: Aubrey McCormick a contestant on Golf Channel’s Big Break Atlantis joins us to discuss what it took to get on the show for a third time, the level of anxiety that is part of the competition, and why she chose to play Dixon Golf balls on the show.

    Golf Channel's Big Break was a reality competition show that ran from 2003-2015.

    This conversation was originally published on May 25, 2012 as Golf Smarter episode #335
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    33 mins
  • Better Golf Performance Using Biomechanics featuring Mike Pedersen

    Better Golf Performance Using Biomechanics featuring Mike Pedersen
    Dec 15 2023
    241: Mike Pedersen trained to compete for the Olympics Decathlon and is now focused on golf swing biomechanics, hitting the ball more efficiently, longer drives, and pain free golf. We get into detail on how to properly rotate your hands through impact. Originally, this was Members Only episode #334, published in May 2012, so it’s the first time it’s being shared publicly for free!
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    42 mins
  • The Ultimate Golf Nerd: Martin Chuck of TourStriker

    The Ultimate Golf Nerd: Martin Chuck of TourStriker
    Dec 8 2023
    240: Have you ever noticed the direction of your divot? Are you getting a divot? You may not be a pro, but you can strike like one and be amazed at the results. Martin Chuck returns to update us on Tour Striker, talk about hitting down on the ball and answer a listener's question. This conversation was originally published on May 15, 2012 as Golf Smarter episode #333
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    35 mins
  • Applying Zen Golf To Your Short Game with Dr. Joe Parent

    Applying Zen Golf To Your Short Game with Dr. Joe Parent
    Dec 1 2023
    239: This week we continue our conversation with Dr. Joseph Parent, author of the celebrated Zen Golf. Our conversation focuses on short game and anger management. For more visit http://zengolf.com. Originally, this was Members Only episode #332, published in May 2012, so it’s the first time it’s being shared publicly for free!
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    28 mins
  • Ten Years of Zen Golf & More Mental Game Tips with Dr. Joe Parent

    Ten Years of Zen Golf & More Mental Game Tips with Dr. Joe Parent
    Nov 24 2023
    Dr. Joseph Parent, author of Zen Golf returns to discuss the book's P.A.R. approach and celebrate his incredibly popular mental game book's 10th anniversary. Dr. Joe is a regular on GOLF SMARTER because of his advice and insights on how to be a better golfer by getting out of your own way. Originally episode 331 from Golf Smarter published May 1, 2012.
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    31 mins
  • A Full Hour with Legendary PGA Tour Coach Jim Hardy

    A Full Hour with Legendary PGA Tour Coach Jim Hardy
    Nov 17 2023
    This week we feature an hourlong in-depth Part 2 conversation with PGA Teacher of the Year, Jim Hardy. His simple +/- checklist outlined in his new book, Solid Contact, helps all players self-diagnose and correct the swings and misses. This was originally a Members Only episode, published in April 2012. This is the first time it's been shared publicly for free. Find Jim's four books, including the one we discuss in this episode "Solid Contact" on Amazon.
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Solid Contact! Legendary Coach and Author Jim Hardy

    Solid Contact! Legendary Coach and Author Jim Hardy
    Nov 10 2023
    Legendary PGA Teacher of the Year Jim Hardy, father of the 1-plane, 2-plane concept discusses his impressive list of PGA, Nationwide, and Champions Tour students. This is #1 of 2 episodes. His book Solid Contact is available on Amazon.
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    30 mins