Episodes
347
Aug. 2, 2024
Increased Focus through Hydration and Short Game Academy
GS#347 July 21, 2012 Exercise physiologist Bob Forman talks about the importance of exercise and hydration to playing better golf. Our Short Game Academy kicks off with John asking Terry Koehler about shots from inside 60 yards. Paul wants advice on...
958
July 30, 2024
LAB Golf DF3 Broomstick Putter Tutorial & Factory Tour with CEO Sam Hahn
958 Sam Hahn, CEO of L.A.B. Golf, the hottest putter company in the industry, joins us again, but this time we're live at his factory in Creswell, OR. The first part of the episode Sam gives Fred a tutorial on his new DF3 Broomstick putter. In part2...
346
July 26, 2024
The Secret of Scoring from Our Short Game Academy with Terry "The Wedge Guy" Koehler
GSfMO#346 July 14, 2012 Terry Koehler, our resident Short Game Academy expert talks about the importance of a sound fundamental technique that includes balance, grip, pulling the club and more. He says that you should be proud if someone says you...
957
July 23, 2024
The Power and Future of Storytelling in Golf Media with Matt Ginella
#957: Summary Writer and producer, Matt Ginella returns to discuss various topics in the golf world, including their visits to L.A.B. Golf, the success of the company, and their personal experiences with L.A.B. putters. They also touch on Bryson...
345
July 19, 2024
Short Game Technology Finally Enters the 21st Century with Terry Koehler
GS#345 July 7, 2012 Terry Koehler, CEO of SCOR Golf shares his frustration over the classic design of “scoring clubs”, those critical clubs for under 150 yards, and how there’s been no technology advancement in nearly 100 years. Apparently the...
956
July 16, 2024
Bad Results On The Course Can Also Be The Result of Poor Food Choices
956: Summary Brinson Paolini, founder of Sharp Focus Golf returns to discuss the evolution of Sharp Focus Nutrition and the launch of Sharp Focus Golf, a website that offers golf instruction from various contributors. The conversation touches on the...
344
July 12, 2024
Popping Up Your Tee Shots? Tee It Up Higher! featuring Frank O'Connell
GSfMO#344 July 31, 2012 Frank O'Connell discusses the importance of setup, posture and alignment in correcting inconsistent ball flight. Frank stars in a https://youtu.be/juDrGK-ycgs?si=VOYK6DofoSF_Z7Gk video that focuses on how to hit straighter...
955
July 9, 2024
Insights and Advice for Greater Distance & Control Off The Tee
955: Jim Waldron of BalancePointGolf.com discusses various topics including hitting the driver longer, all the buzz about the mini driver, tips on setup adjustments, such as widening the stance and tilting the shoulders, to improve distance and...
342
July 5, 2024
More Mental Keys to Improve Your Golf (pt2) with Michael Anthony
GSfMO#342 July 17, 2012 Michael Anthony, mental coach for average golfers and Olympic athletes returns in this Members Only episode for part 2 of his keys to help you make pressure shots, eliminate fears, make more putts, shrug off bad shots and...
954
July 2, 2024
Improve Your Performance with Helpful Data & Metrics Provided by ShotScope
954: Gavin Dear of ShotScope returns to talk about their latest golf GPS watch and rangefinder. Gavin shares the features of the V5 watch and the Pro LX rangefinder, as well as the software that allows golfers to track their game and improve their...
341
June 28, 2024
The Mental Keys to Improve Your Golf with Michael Anthony
GS#341 July 10, 2012 Whether you are trying to break 100, are on the Tour, or somewhere in between, Michael Anthony, mental coach for average golfers and Olympic athletes has keys to help you make pressure shots, eliminate fears, make more putts,...
953
June 25, 2024
A Loose Grip Is The Correct Grip for Better Ball Striking with Duke Perrin
Concierge Golf Instructor Duke Perrin, who is also co-coaching at the First Tee North Coast with host Fred Greene, joins us to discuss their experience and the importance of teaching life lessons through golf. Duke shares his encounters with golf...
340
June 21, 2024
More Swing Change Analysis with Jim Waldron
GSfMO#340 Jim Waldron of the Balance Point Golf Schools returns for Part 2 to provide more analysis of Tiger’s swing changes and how you can learn what making changes can do for your game. http://BalancePointGolf.com You're invited to our next Golf...
952
June 18, 2024
Playing 18 at The Historic Olympic Club’s Championship Lake Course
953: Golf Instructor Erik Schjolberg returns this week, but this time host Fred Greene joins him at the Olympic Club in San Francisco to play 18 holes the historic Lake Course. This venue has hosted five US Opens and will also be the site of the 2028...
339
June 14, 2024
Can Swing Changes Really Lower Your Score? Featuring Jim Waldron
339 June 26, 2012: Jim Waldron of the Balance Point Golf Schools is not only recognized as a top instructor, but he’s also a student of the swing throughout the history of the game. During the 2012 season he kept a very close watch on the effect of...
95
June 11, 2024
Golf Is Hard! But It Doesn't Have To Be If You Know What To Fix...with Erik Schjolberg
951 Erik Schjolberg shares insights on golf teaching methods, common mistakes, and the mental approach to the game. He emphasizes the importance of external focus, low point issues, and the distinction between practice and play. The conversation also...
613
June 7, 2024
A Golf School Like No Other From a Teacher Like No Other - Tony Manzoni (RIP)
613 January 30, 2017: Tony Manzoni makes his final appearance on Golf Smarter before he passed away in October the following year. In this episode, he’s here to announce the launch of his new golf school in La Quinta, CA that never got a chance to...
950
June 4, 2024
The Compelling Journey to Play America's Top 100 Courses...In One Year!
950: Jimmie James shares his compelling new book 'Playing From the Rough: A Personal Journey Through America's 100 Greatest Golf Courses'. It's the story of James' journey to play the top 100 golf courses in the United States in one year, starting...
595
May 31, 2024
Pt2- Taking Your Game to a New Level - One Club at a Time with Tony Manzoni (RIP)
595 June 6, 2017: Beyond being a great golfer and teacher, Tony Manzoni had so much more to his life than the game. In this conversation we get into an interesting discussion of what it’s like to live in the shadow of a high profile father, then...
May 28, 2024
Unlocking The Golfer’s Athletic Potential with Proteus featuring Founder Sam Miller
949: Summary Our guest is Sam Miller, Founder and CEO of Proteus. Proteus is a fitness technology that specializes in precision fitness, athletic training, and physical therapy services. While primarily a B2B product, Proteus is developing a remote...
May 24, 2024
Invitation to Portugal for a Golf Smarter Adventure
https://tmigolf.com/golfsmarter We're thrilled to invite you and your partner on an unforgettable Golf Smarter Adventure to Portugal from September 3-15, 2024! Experience the perfect blend of golf, relaxation, and romance as you explore one of...
594
May 24, 2024
Play Golf At The Next Level! One Club at a Time with Tony Manzoni (RIP)
594 May 30, 2017: Tony Manzoni returns to discuss tips, insights, and strategies on how to be more consistent with each golf club in your bag. In this episode we explore improvements with your putter, 8 iron, and lob wedge. We’ve scheduled to have him...
948
May 21, 2024
100 Ideas for Creating Your Own Golf Bucket List with Author Jeff Thoreson
948: Summary In this episode Jeff Thoreson discusses his book 'The Golf Bucket List' and shares his experiences and recommendations for golf destinations. He emphasizes that golf is a lifestyle and opens doors for travel and personal introspection....
457
May 17, 2024
If Tiger Asked Tony Manzoni for Help, What Would He Say?
457 October 7, 2014: Tony Manzoni, author of The Lost Fundamental, discusses what's ailing Tiger and what advice he'd give if Tiger called. You're invited to our next Golf Smarter Adventure! We’re going to Portugal September 5-13, 2024! This is a...