Plugged In Golf Podcast
Episodes
Gimme Golf Club
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you wish golf was more affordable, more full of camaraderie or competition, and something you can do more often? If so, Gimme Golf Club is for yo...
Finding the Right Mental Game Approach
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
No other sport puts as much emphasis on the mental game as golf does, so in this episode, Matt and Andy Hayes talk about different mental game techniq...
Do You Need a Mini Driver?
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are mini drivers the key to finding more fairways and attacking more par 5s or just a lot of hype? In this podcast, Matt explains the facts about mi...
8 Signs You Are a Slow Player
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pace of play is one of the biggest problems in golf. In this podcast, Matt lists eight signs that you are part of the problem - and ways to help you...
How to Avoid Counterfeit Golf Clubs
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fake golf equipment is a big problem. How big? As much as 2,000,000 pieces a year big. In this episode, Matt talks with Joe McIntyre of The Golf...
A Wide-Ranging Golf Chat
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Johannes, the founder of Koger Golf, joins the show again for a wide-ranging conversation. Matt and Johannes start with the recent upgrades to the K...
Inside Ow & Co Golf
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is an episode for the true putter junkies. Ow & Co is a fairly new custom putter company fueled by the immense passion of Pete Pizzoferrato and...
Lead Tape, Mini Drivers, and More Reader Questions
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Matt answers a host of reader questions about everything from the importance of lead tape to his all time WITB to his solutions for i...
Using Hypnosis to Play Better Golf
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most golfers know that the mental game is a huge part of golf, but how do we improve our mental game? Ken Holloway has an answer: hypnosis. As a m...
Megan Johnston on Youth Golf & More
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Megan Johnston, the new Head Teaching Professional at Big Cedar Lodge and winner of numerous awards for her golf coaching, joins the podcast to discus...
Making Sense of Launch Monitor Data
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With a mountain of new gear reviews coming, Matt thought it would be a good time to discuss launch monitor data. In this episode, he talks about the...
Best Golf Gear of 2024
25 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Matt & Matt do their annual breakdown of the best golf gear of 2024 in this episode. From drivers to putters, training aids to technology, they cove...
Astral Putters - A World of Fitting Options
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you go to the putting green at a big box golf store, you'll find hundreds of putters. However, the vast majority of those putters fit one of thre...
Rethinking Forgiveness with Sub 70
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is it possible that all the major OEMs and the USGA are thinking about forgiveness the wrong way? That's the bet that Sub 70 is making with their ne...
Finding Your Flow State with Stephen Baker
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Matt talks with performance coach Stephen Baker about how golfers can play to their potential and bring their "range game" to the cou...
Club Fitting with AI
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Matt sits down with Nick Sherburne, founder of Club Champion, to discuss how his company is using artificial intelligence to m...
Busting Golf Fitness Myths with Chris Finn
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive deep on golf fitness with Chris Finn, the CEO and Founder of Par4Success [get your free Home Mobility Assessment HERE]. T...
In Depth with Titleist on the New GT Line
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We welcome back Stephanie Luttrell, Titleist's Director of Metalwoods Development, and JJ Van Wezenbeeck, Titleist's Director of Player Promotions, to...
Reader Questions + T.W.I.G.
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's podcast, Matt answers reader questions about the best new products for 2025, how to gain swing speed, and much more. For This Week In G...
JumboMax Grips + This Week In Gear
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Matt starts things off with a This Week In Gear segment where he speaks on the recent Golf Myths Unplugged featuring the BGT RedZone ...
This Week in Gear + Mailbag
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Matt's first video podcast, he talks about This Week in Gear, including the new SWAG putters and PXG irons. He also answers reader questions abou...
One on One with JP Golf
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
James Patrick Harrington, the man behind JP Golf, joins the podcast again to discuss his new JP Camber wedges. Matt and JP dive deep into wedge fitt...
Updating Your Strategy
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Many modern courses feature massive greens and severe undulations in and around them. Does this require us to rethink the king of stats, greens in r...
Golf Course Rankings Are Stupid
24 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rankings are ubiquitous. From movies to songs to golf clubs and restaurants, we are addicted to lists. But when it comes to golf courses, rankings...
Shot Pattern with Eric Duffet
10 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Shot Pattern is arguably the best golf strategy app available. In this episode, Matt talks to its creator, Eric Duffet, about why he made it, how it...
Coaching Your Own Golf
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's Matt's favorite sports time of year: the NBA Playoffs. Watching these games has given Matt some thoughts about the limits of coaching, and how ...
Fripp Island Resort
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fripp Island Resort is one of the best under the radar golf destinations, though it's unlikely to stay under the radar for long. With two great cour...
Podcast Episode 218 - A Quick Lesson + Matt's WITB
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's podcast, Matt discusses his recent lesson about the unnecessary difficulty of trying to win at golf your own way. If you're stuck at ...
The Reality of Swing Changes
17 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Matt welcomes Andy Hayes back to the podcast for this eye-opening episode. After a short Masters recap, they discuss Andy's recent swing changes tha...
Understanding Golf Club Performance
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we welcome back Terry Koehler from Edison Golf to discuss an interesting question: Can you judge a golf club by how it looks? Terry argu...
In the Zone Mental Training
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's often said that golf is 10% physical and 90% mental, but most golfers do nothing to improve their mental game. Bo Watson and Shannon Shuskey ar...
Matt Rants (and Fixes Golf)
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In a break from the norm, this episode is not an interview or a lesson, but Matt ranting about the state of golf. Find out what's grinding his gears...
All Golfers Should Lift Weights
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
All golfers should lift weights...but not for the reasons you think. In this podcast, Matt explains the mental benefits of lifting weights for golfe...
Indoor Golf Simulator FAQ
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever thought about building an indoor golf simulator or practice area, this episode is a must-listen. Matt talks with Stephen Calhoun from...
Inside the New Vokey SM10 Wedges
07 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You may think you know Vokey wedges, but you don't know anything until you've listened to this podcast. Matt speaks with Aaron Dill, Director of Tou...
2024 PGA Show Recap
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's podcast, Matt & Matt break down their experience at the 2024 PGA Show. They name the best products, list some of the biggest trends, ...
Inside PXG's Black Ops with Brad Schweigert
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PXG's 0311 Black Ops woods are positioned to be some of the best performers of 2024. In this interview, Matt learns the whys and hows behind that ou...
2024 Golf Club Buyers Guide
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's that time of year again: excitement around new gear is at its annual high as new clubs are being announced virtually every day. In this episod...
Sandy Par Founder Brian Jones
03 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brian Jones is a lifelong golfer - a true addict - aiming to bring better utilities and apparel to golfers everywhere. His company, Sandy Par, has a...
The Best Golf Gear of 2023
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Matt Meeker and Matt Saternus look back on over 250 reviews from 2023 to bring you the very best products in every category. They also start the epi...
Learning Golf from Chess
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes the best way to learn about something is through a different lens. In this episode, Matt uses the lessons he picked up learning chess to t...
Veteran Golfers Association with Joe Nixon
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Veteran Golfers Association is a group that allows veterans and their families to enjoy camaraderie and competition through the game of golf. In...
Exploring Hickory Golf with Andy Hayes
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do you get started playing hickory golf? Is it hard? Can you play well? What can you learn from it? We dive into all these questions and mor...
Inside PXG's Club Design & Club Fitting
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Matt goes behind the scenes at PXG with Caleb Kroloff, Director of R&D, and Product Guru Nick Jahnke. They discuss what drives the ...
Elevating Public Golf
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Matt speaks with Terry Hanley, the GM at Cantigny Golf. Cantigny is known for the fierce loyalty of its customers, so Matt and Terr...
Meet Andy Hayes & Questions for Listeners
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's hard to believe this is the 200th episode of the Plugged In Golf Podcast. Thank you to everyone who has listened, whether you've checked out ev...
L.A.B. Golf Putters
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
L.A.B. Golf Putters ended the 2023 PGA Tour season with a torrid stretch, winning twice including a L.A.B. vs. L.A.B. Sunday showdown. In this episo...
Dan Ridgway, GOAT Grips
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There are loads of options for putter grips these days, but very few are truly unique. GOAT Grips is one of those few. In this episode, Matt talks...
Using Data to Shoot Lower Scores
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"I've collected all this shot tracking data...now what?" That's the question we're answering this week with Jen Saxton from Shot Scope. She provides...
Insides the 2023 Titleist T-Series Irons
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week's podcast is for the true gear nerds. Matt is joined by Marni Ines, Director of Iron Development, and JJ VanWezenbeeck, Director of Player...
RealGolfers Founder, Henry McGannon
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With the mission statement: "Make the best polos in the world affordable," RealGolfers is a company that we had to know more about. Matt sat down wi...
Answering Listener's Questions
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Matt answers questions from Plugged In Golf readers and listeners about all aspects of golf. Topics include: Should JT make the Ryder Cup...
Mach 3 Speed Training, Mike Romatowski
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you're interested in swing faster and being stronger and more injury-resistant, this episode is a must-listen. Mike Romatowski is the creator of ...
Prepping Pebble Beach for the US Women's Open
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, a small army of golf course superintendents will descend upon Pebble Beach to get it into the best condition possible for the US Women's Op...
The Putting Episode
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
By popular request, this episode is focused entirely on putting. From putting drills to putter fitting, Matt dives deep to help you perform better o...
The New Model for Golf Courses
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Canal Shores - a staple of the public golf scene in Chicago - is about to undergo a major facelift. But this is more than just a standard golf cours...
2 Ideas to Improve Your Practice
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The calendar has turned to June, so the season is in full swing. It's time to start thinking about our practice and how we can get the most out of i...
Creating the Ultimate Walking Golf Bag
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Koger has created what is, in Matt's opinion, the perfect Sunday bag. In this podcast, he talks with the company's founders, Johannes and Fredrik, a...
Will Blades Improve Your Ball Striking?
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are blades the path to elite ball striking or endless frustration? Matt discusses that question in detail and offers a plan for improving your swing...
The Most Critical Piece of Equipment
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you could only have one piece of equipment fit to your swing, which one would you choose? In this episode, Matt discusses that question and gives...
Wedge Guru Terry Koehler
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Terry Koehler of Edison Golf is back on the Plugged In Golf Podcast to discuss his newest creation, the Edison 2.0 wedge [review HERE] and the results...
Is the Golf Ball Rollback a Good Idea?
22 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Matt dives into the USGA and R&A proposal for a reduced distance golf ball for elite competitions. He gives you his stance, ...
Reducing Golf Decision Fatigue
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The calendar has hit March and The Masters is in sight. That means that most of us are starting our golf season soon. In this podcast, Matt offers...
Your New Golf Club Goals
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's that time of year when many golfers are getting new equipment, so Matt talks about what your goals should be for your new clubs. Are you aiming...
The State of Golf with KemperSports
22 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We all have ideas about where golf is headed and what's happening in the game, but, in this episode, we're bringing you the facts thanks to KemperSpor...
Stop Filming Your Golf Swing
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's podcast, Matt explains why filming your golf swing is not helping you improve your game.
What to Expect from New Clubs
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is the week of the PGA Show, so new equipment hype is at its peak. To help keep things in perspective, this week's podcast discusses what you c...
Breaking Golf Plateaus
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Matt helps you get off to a strong start with your 2023 golf goals. That starts with setting good goals and continues with finding ...
Putter Cover Collectors, In Their Own Words
21 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today's podcast is a companion piece to the feature that's now on the site. It gives you a look into the world of putter cover collectors, one of th...
Sam Bettinardi, Bettinardi Golf
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Matt welcomes back one of the first guests that ever appeared on the show, Sam Bettinardi. As President of Bettinardi Golf, Sam has overs...
Preston Toulon, Mitsubishi Chemicals Group
07 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Matt sits down with Preston Toulon, Manager of Marketing and Communications for Mitsubishi Chemicals Group, to discuss all things Mit...
The Rising Cost of Golf
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A recent viral tweet about the green fees at TPC Sawgrass got Matt thinking about the rising cost of golf. He explores this topic and offers some id...
The Best Golf Gear of 2022
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Matt & Matt go through the very best gear of 2022. They cover everything from drivers to putters to launch monitors and push...
The Truth Behind SST PUREing
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
SST PURE is a technology that's been trusted by PGA Tour players and equipment enthusiasts for decades, but the average golfer is still unaware of it....
Dr. Saul Miller, Performance Consultant
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Matt talks with Dr. Saul Miller about his new book, Winning Golf, The Mental Game. Dr. Miller has worked with professional and recr...
The Equipment Concept That Must Go!
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Every week, we receive a comment referencing one of the most tired concepts in golf equipment. In this podcast, Matt takes on this idea head first i...
Creating Your Golf Self Image
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you're a regular Plugged In Golf reader, I know you think about golf a lot. And whether you know it or not, that means you've built up a detailed...
Inside the Making of Titleist TSR Woods
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Matt is joined by Stephanie Luttrell, Titleist's Director of Metalwoods Development, and JJ Van Wezenbeeck, Titleist's Director of Player P...
Tyler Standifird on Speed Training
21 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"Will training for speed ruin my swing?" This is a common concern, but what if I told you that speed training can actually make your swing better? T...
Andy Staples, Staples Golf Design
14 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Staples started designing golf courses at age 12 and hasn't stopped since. In this wide ranging interview, we discuss how he learned his craft,...
Chia Chou, Acceleraze Golf
07 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Historically, getting better at golf has meant either improving your swing with hours of repetition or getting stronger and more flexible in the gym. ...
Golf NFTs & Better Habits
31 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Matt starts out by offering a quick primer on NFTs in golf. What are they? Why are golf companies doing them? How can they bene...
Reader Mailbag
24 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Matt answers your questions on everything from fitting and favorite courses to biases in review and overlooked products.
Mark Stewart, CEO of Stewart Golf
17 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Matt sits down with the CEO of Stewart Golf, Mark Stewart. Mark discusses how the company came to make electric caddies, and how a motori...
Scratching Your Equipment Itches
27 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you're a regular reader of Plugged In Golf, you're likely a bit of a gear head. With that comes the constant wondering, "What if I had ____ shaft...
Jon Sherman, Practical Golf
06 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jon Sherman of Practical-Golf.com joins the show this week to discuss his new book, The Four Foundations of Golf. In it, he pulls together over eigh...
Bruce Sizemore, MORE Golf
29 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bruce Sizemore has done a lot in golf - PGA Professional, Tour Pro, putter designer - and now he's launched a full-line OEM, MORE Golf. In this inte...
The 10 Commandments of Better Scoring
01 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you're truly committed to seeing your handicap go down this season, this is the podcast for you. Matt boils down over a decade of teaching and wr...
James Patrick Harrington, JP Golf
18 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
James Patrick Harrington, better known as JP to the golf world, has charted a fascinating career in just over a decade. From a garage in Wisconsin t...
Golf Trips Off the Beaten Path
11 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Despite what the big golf publications would have you believe, you can take a golf trip that doesn't involve one of the big name resorts. In this ep...
Inside Swag Golf with Nick Venson
04 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the last four years, Swag Golf has grown by leaps and bounds. CEO Nick Venson discusses Swag's accomplishments, their plans for the future, and a...
Angelica Carmen, Sustainability Specialist
27 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Golf needs to be more environmentally friendly, but what can an individual golfer do about it? We talked with Mistwood Golf Club's new Sustainabilit...
Thoughts for the Start of the Golf Season
13 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this short episode, Matt shares some thoughts on preparing your mind, body, and game for the start of the golf season.
NeuroPeak Pro Director of Golf Andy Matthews
09 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Breathing is something that we all do without thinking, but it has a huge impact on our bodies and our minds. In this episode, Matt talks with Neuro...
Inside Vokey Wedges
02 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Matt talks with Vokey's Director of Marketing Corey Gerrard about the new SM9 wedges and much more. Corey answers a ton of reader q...
Spencer Hadelman, Advantage Marketing
16 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Spencer Hadelman of Advantage Marketing gives us an inside look at the business and marketing of golf. Spencer also shares s...
Brian Doyle, Founder of AXIUS Core
09 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Matt sits down with Brian Doyle, the Founder and CEO of AXIUS Core. They discuss Brian's background as a member of the US National ...
2022 PGA Show Recap
27 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Matt is back with a recap of the 2022 PGA Merchandise Show. He runs down the overall tenor of the show, the best products, interesting newcomers, an...
Accelerating Your Golf Learning
13 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How did Matt turn a typical holiday family experience into a way to turbocharge your golf learning? Find out in this episode of the Plugged In Golf ...
The Most Interesting Equipment Story of 2022
05 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week, TaylorMade announced their Stealth Carbonwood Driver [full details HERE], the first major release with a carbon fiber face instead of titan...