The Sweet Spot - Golf Podcast

PGA Tour Winner Michael Kim Talks Game Improvement

27 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Michael Kim joins the show to talk about what it's like playing on The PGA Tour and shares his philosophy on game improvement. Michael has become a gr...

The Lost Art of Golf w/ Karl Morris

12 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Karl Morris, a performance coach, joins us to discuss his wonderful book he co-authored, The Lost Art of Golf. In this wide-ranging discussion, we co...

Listener Questions and Mini-Thoughts from Jon & Adam

06 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Jon and Adam answer listener questions and tackle plenty of other topics like: Should you hit up on your driver? Novak Djokovic's ...

What Is Important in the Golf Swing (and much more) w/ Andrew Rice

23 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Renowned swing instructor Andrew Rice joins the show to discuss playing in the wind, swing philosophy, wedge play, and much more! To download Jon's d...

What Would You Do Differently If You Could Start All Over Again In Golf?

16 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jon and Adam explore the hypothetical scenario of what they would do differently if they could take up golf again with everything they know now. To d...

Frank Nobilo Talks Broadcasting, The State of the Modern Game, and Golf Improvement

02 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Frank Nobilo, CBS Broadcaster and famed playing professional joins us to discuss many topics. We talk about how golf has evolved during his career, hi...

Strategy, Expectation Management, and Tournament Play w/ Scott Fawcett

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Fawcett from DECADE Golf joins us to discuss what he has learned playing in tournaments the last year, expectation management, and making better...

U.S. Mid-Am Recap & Mini-Thoughts From Jon and Adam

18 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Jon recaps his experience in the U.S. Mid-Am, and then we share some of our best "mini thoughts" from Twitter. To download Jon's dri...

How To Use Breathing to Improve Your Performance w/ Jayne Storey

04 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jayne Storey joins us to discuss how breathing methods rooted in traditional Eastern practices that have existed for centuries can help calm your mind...

The Best Investments In Your Game & Jon Discusses Making the U.S. Mid-Am

28 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we discuss what are the best investments in your golf game for various budget levels. Also, Jon recounts everything that was going th...

How to Practice w/ Your Irons - Part 2

14 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this two-part series, we discuss how to effectively practice with your irons (and other approach shot clubs). These are your true "scoring clubs," ...

How to Practice w/ Your Irons - Part 1

07 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this two-part series, we discuss how to effectively practice with your irons (and other approach shot clubs). These are your true "scoring clubs," ...

Mailbag Episode!

24 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Adam and Jon take listener questions in this episode - we cover a ton of topics! Thanks to our show sponsor, Factor. Now that we’re in the thick of...

How to Play Different Lies Part 2

10 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this two-part series, we tackle how to play all kinds of different lies - sidehill, downhill, uphill, rough, and bunkers. Join Jon's Weekly Newslet...

How To Play Different Lies Part 1

03 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this two-part series, we tackle how to play all kinds of different lies - sidehill, downhill, uphill, rough, and bunkers. Join Jon's Weekly Newslet...

Dealing With the Yips w/ Ward Jarvis

26 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mental performance coach Ward Jarvis joins us to talk about the dreaded "Y" word. We've all struggled with it at some point! Ward has helped PGA Tour ...

How To Control Distance on Approach Shots

12 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Every round, you will encounter shots where you seem to be caught between clubs. Do you choose a longer club and take something off? Or do you go with...

How AimPoint Can Help Your Putting w/ Mark Sweeney

05 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Sweeney from AimPoint joins us to discuss his green-reading system that has become quite popular on professional tours over the last decade. But ...

Why It's All About "The Big 3"

22 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we revisit our core philosophy - The Big Three. Learn why strike, ground contact and face control are the biggest influences on the q...

Managing Expectations Series: Tee Shots w/ Lou Stagner

08 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're excited to continue our managing expectations series with stats guru Lou Stagner. In this episode, we discuss tee shots. Lou shares some of his ...

How to Acquire Skills Through Effective Practice w/ Rob Gray

01 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we discuss the most effective ways to increase your skills through various practice methods with motor-learning expert Dr. Rob Gray. ...

How To Take Care of Your Body w/ Dr. Greg Rose from TPI

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Greg Rose, the co-founder of the Titleist Performance Institute, joins us for a wide-ranging discussion on how to take care of your body for golf....

Should You "Swing Your Swing" Part 2

10 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this two-part series, Adam and Jon discuss the pros and cons of the popular phrase "swing your swing." We talk about our philosophy on the golf swi...

Should You "Swing Your Swing" Part 1

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this two-part series, Adam and Jon discuss the pros and cons of the popular phrase "swing your swing." We talk about our philosophy on the golf swi...

How to Build a Home Golf Simulator w/ James Laidlaw from InHome Golf

27 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Home Golf Simulators are exploding in popularity. There are more options than ever to build it on your own or hire a company to take care of everythin...

How to Develop a Junior Golfer w/ James Hong

13 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

James Hong, a renowned junior golf instructor, joins us to discuss the state of the junior game and what has changed over the last 20 years. We also e...

A New Approach to Golf Psychology w/ Jared Tendler

27 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jared Tendler is a mental performance coach to professional golfers, traders, and poker players and a best-selling author. We explore his unique appro...

What's It Like to Play Professional Golf w/ Ashton Van Horne

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Korn Ferry Tour member Ashton Van Horne discusses what it's like to play professional golf and chase the dream of making it to the PGA Tour. Ashton op...

Beware of Golf Advice!

30 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

More golf advice (especially on the swing) is available than ever. But is consuming too much of it making you better or worse? We discuss common mista...

How to Choose the Right Golf Ball w/ Ballnamic

16 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Marty Jertson and Chris Broadie from Ballnamic (operated by PING) join us to discuss all the factors that go into choosing the right golf ball. Let's ...

Play Your Best Golf in 2023 - The Art of Looking Back w/ Kent Osbourne (Part 2)

10 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The new year is almost here, and avid golfers at every level of the game will be thinking about what they hope to achieve in 2023. In this two-part se...

Play Your Best Golf in 2023 - The Art of Looking Back w/ Kent Osbourne (Part 1)

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The new year is almost here, and avid golfers at every level of the game will be thinking about what they hope to achieve in 2023. In this two-part se...

Lessons from The PGA Tour w/ Rick Fehr

05 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Rick Fehr has been on both sides of the golf improvement coin. He was a standout collegiate player, a PGA Tour winner, and now a golf instructor. We t...

How To Use Statistics Effectively

21 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There are many ways to track your stats these days, and golfers can get a little confused with all the available data. In this episode, Jon and Adam e...

Equipment Education Series: Fairway Woods, Hybrids, and Driving Irons w/ Woody Lashen

07 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're excited to continue our equipment education series with one of the top clubfitters in the industry - Woody Lashen from Pete's Golf (www.petesgol...

What Does It Take to Win a Club Championship?

31 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jon recently won his club championship and talks about what it took to get it done finally. Topics include - past embarrassments, how to "prepare", a ...

How to Improve Your Swing Tempo w/ John Novosel Jr. From Tour Tempo

24 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone talks about swing tempo very generically. Terms like "swing smooth" has been thrown around for decades. In this episode, we talk with the exp...

What Can You Control In Golf?

11 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Knowing what you can control in golf and what you cannot control is crucial in your development as a player. In this episode, we talk about "The Big F...

The Lost Art of Putting w/ Karl Morris

03 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Karl Morris joins us to have a fantastic conversation on how to improve your putting. You'll get an entirely new perspective, and many of the topics w...

How To Properly Set Goals w/ David MacKenzie

19 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Mental coach David MacKenzie from Golf State of Mind joins us to discuss goal setting. Find out what are some common mistakes golfers make when settin...

Understanding Club Path & Swing Direction - Part 2

12 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This two-part series discusses the difference between club path and swing direction. We'll also help you learn more about their roles in your ball fli...

Understanding Club Path & Swing Direction - Part 1

06 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This two-part series discusses the difference between club path and swing direction. We'll also help you learn more about their roles in your ball fli...

How To Train for Increased Swing Speed w/ Dr. Tyler Standifird

22 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Tyler Standifird, the lead biomechanist from SuperSpeed Golf, joins the show to discuss the benefits of Overspeed training. We cover a wide range ...

Grip Technique w/ Shauheen Nakhjavani

15 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Renowned swing instructor Shauheen Nakhjavani joins us to discuss how different grip techniques can alter your golf swing. Find out why the older info...

The Benefits of a Dynamic Warmup w/ Mike Carroll

08 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Fitness professional Mike Carroll from Fit For Golf joins us to discuss the benefits of dynamic warmups and how to get your body ready to practice or ...

How to Deal With Alignment

18 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we discuss how to align yourself to your target. There's a ton of nuance to explore and no right answers for every golfer! Want to g...

Developing the "Scratch Attitude" w/ Kent Osbourne

11 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we talk with mental coach Kent Osbourne and his unique philosophy called the Scratch Attitude. Want to get an awesome pair of golf s...

Understanding Spin Rate - Part 2

04 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this two-part series, we are going to tackle spin rate. Learn what creates optimal spin rates for every club in your bag, how to increase/decrease ...

A Big Announcement You Won't Want to Miss!

27 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We are excited to announce that Jon's new book, The Four Foundations of Golf, is now available for purchase! It has instantly become the #1 best-selli...

Equipment Education Series: Putter Fitting w/ Woody Lashen

20 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're excited to continue our equipment education series with one of the top clubfitters in the industry - Woody Lashen from Pete's Golf (www.petesgol...

Dealing With Success & Not Getting Ahead Of Yourself

13 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone knows what it's like to start your rounds hot. But how do you keep it going? How do you deal with fears of blowing it and not focusing on you...

How Do Wind, Temperature, Humidity, and Altitude Alter Ball Flight w/ Marty Jertson & Chris Broadie

06 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We are finally going to put a bunch of myths to bed in this episode! Chris Broadie and Marty Jertson from PING/Ballnamic join us to discuss the big 4....

Understanding Spin Rate - Part 1

23 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this two-part series, we are going to tackle spin rate. Learn what creates optimal spin rates for every club in your bag, how to increase/decrease ...

Chasing Scratch Interview: Can We Help Mike & Eli on their Quest to Scratch?

16 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We are very excited to debut our episode with Mike and Eli from Chasing Scratch! We recorded this back in February but held on to it for a bit so it c...

Warming Up Properly Before Your Round

09 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This episode discusses various methods to warm up properly before your round. Depending on how much time you have, you'll get plenty of ideas on using...

How to Become a Better Tournament Golfer w/ Scott Fawcett

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Fawcett, the founder of DECADE, joins us to discuss tournament golf. Whether you are thinking about playing competitively, want to get better in...

How to Take Your Driver to the Next Level - Part 2

18 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our long-awaited driver improvement series is here! Adam and Jon explore how you can take your game to the next level off the tee. Want to get an awe...

How to Take Your Driver to the Next Level - Part 1

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our long-awaited driver improvement series is here! Adam and Jon explore how you can take your game to the next level off the tee. Want to get an awe...

Sasho MacKenzie Interview - Part 2

28 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Sasho MacKenzie, a biomechanist and one of golf's leading researchers, joins us to cover various topics that will surely get you thinking differen...

Sasho MacKenzie Interview - Part 1

21 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Sasho MacKenzie, a biomechanist and one of golf's leading researchers, joins us to cover various topics that will surely get you thinking differen...

The Frustration of Learning

14 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How do you know if you're on the right track in your golf improvement journey? In this episode, we discuss "the frustration of learning" and what are ...

Managing Expectations Series: Approach Shots w/ Lou Stagner

28 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're excited to continue our managing expectations series with stats guru Lou Stagner. In this episode, we discuss approach play. Lou shares some of ...

How to Alter Your Practice Throughout the Season

14 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How should you change your practice methods based on the time of year? This episode explores how to adjust your preparation for the off-season, early,...

Equipment Education Series: Wedge Fitting w/ Woody Lashen

31 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're excited to continue our equipment education series with one of the top clubfitters in the industry - Woody Lashen from Pete's Golf (www.petesgol...

Building Positive Habits In Your Golf Game

17 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This episode explores ideas for positive habits you can add to your golf game on and off the course. We hope listeners will take some of these to hear...

Quick Fixes, Band-Aids, and Compensations

04 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This episode explores some of the differences between short-term changes you can make in your game. Some of them can be positive and can have long-las...

How To Get the Most From Swing Lessons - Shauheen Nakhjavani Interview

21 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Renowned swing coach Shauheen Nakhjavani joins the show to share his insights on how to get the most out of taking lessons. Some topics we discuss: H...

What Does It Take to Become a Scratch Golfer? Part 2

14 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Becoming a scratch golfer is an elusive and often misunderstood milestone for many players. This series tries to demystify what it takes to get your h...

What Does It Take to Become a Scratch Golfer? Part 1

07 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Becoming a scratch golfer is an elusive and often misunderstood milestone for many players. This series tries to demystify what it takes to get your h...

How To Practice Effectively With Launch Monitors

23 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we discuss how to practice with launch monitors of all different price levels. Whether you have a basic model like the PRGR or a Fore...

Equipment Education Series: Iron Fitting with Woody Lashen

16 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We're excited to continue our equipment education series with one of the top clubfitters in the industry - Woody Lashen from Pete's Golf (www.petesgol...

How Do You Control Impact? Part 2

09 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this two-part series, we explore what creates more optimal impact positions. Is it controlling the mechanical elements of your golf swing, like you...

How Do You Control Impact - Better Swing Mechanics or Skill? (Part 1)

02 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this two-part series, we explore what creates more optimal impact positions. Is it controlling the mechanical elements of your golf swing, like you...

Andrew Rice Interview: Wedge Play

26 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Top instructor Andrew Rice joins the show to share his knowledge on wedge play. We discuss various topics on how to hit functional wedge shots, why sk...

Scott Fawcett Interview Part 2: Tee Shot Strategy & DECADE

18 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In part two of our episode with Scott Fawcett, the founder of DECADE, we continue our discussion on tee-shot strategy. We also explore how strategy is...

Scott Fawcett Interview Part 1: Tee Shot Strategy & DECADE

11 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In part one of our interview with Scott Fawcett, the founder of DECADE, we discuss his approach to tee-shot strategy. Some topics include: Learning t...

Dylan Frittelli Interview Part 2: Post Analysis

04 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Jon and Adam unwind some of the key concepts from the Dylan Frittelli interview. Thanks to our show sponsor Shop Indoor Golf, be sure to check them o...

Dylan Frittelli Interview Part 1: The Perspective of a PGA Tour Player

27 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week we talked with PGA Tour Player Dylan Frittelli. We were interested in getting the perspective of a tour player on many of the topics we cove...

Managing Expectations Series: Putting & Greenside Wedge Play with Lou Stagner

16 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We're excited to kick off our managing expectations series with stats guru Lou Stagner. In this episode, we discuss putting and wedge play around the ...

How to Conquer Scoring Milestones

08 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Every golfer wants to know how to reach the next scoring level in their games. In this episode, we discuss scoring milestones in the following context...

Equipment Education Series: Driver Fitting with Woody Lashen

31 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We're excited to start our equipment education series with one of the top clubfitters in the industry - Woody Lashen from Pete's Golf (www.petesgolf.c...

How To Build a Consistent & Successful Pre-Shot Routine (Part 2)

19 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In the second part of our pre-shot routine series, we discuss the execution and post-shot analysis phase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...

How To Build a Consistent & Successful Pre-Shot Routine (Part 1)

11 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A consistent pre-shot routine can help increase your performance on the course. This episode discusses the overall benefits of a routine, what to avoi...

Recovery Shots: How to Make the Right Strategic Decisions, Play Different Shots, and Save Strokes!

03 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Recovery shots don't sound like fun, but the decisions golfers make can greatly influence their scores. In this episode, we discuss how to choose the ...

How to Make the Right Decisions From the Rough: Evaluating Lies, Targets, and Ball Flight

27 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Adam and Jon take a deep dive into the rough. Learn how your ball flight changes with various lies, how to adjust your technique, and...

Mark Broadie Interview: How To Use Strokes Gained Analysis to Lower Your Scores

08 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Broadie joins us in this episode to explain how strokes gained analysis can help golfers lower their scores. We discuss his key findings on tee s...

Differential vs. Calibration Practice: Weighing the Benefits

30 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever consider how the style of practice you perform can affect your performance on the course? In this episode, we discuss the benefits of diff...

Improve Your Golf Fitness: Interview w/ Mike Carroll from Fit 4 Golf

23 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Learn from one of the top fitness experts in golf. Mike Carrol from Fit 4 Golf dispels myths you've heard about golf fitness and shares some of his co...

How Swing Matchups Work & Create Success

16 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The golf swing has endless variables, and there is no right way to do it. This episode is about swing matchups and how golfers can create success with...

Approach Shot Strategy: How to Lower Your Scores w/ Smarter Targets

07 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Picking the right targets with your approach shots is one of the fastest ways to lower your handicap. In this episode, Adam and Jon debunk some of the...

Learn Clubfitting: Interview w/ Marty Jertson from PING

01 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Jon and Adam interview their first guest, Marty Jertson - the VP of Fitting & Performance for PING Golf. Marty shares clubfitting kno...

Locus of Attention: What Do You Think About While You Swing?

24 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What do you think about while you swing? Adam and Jon discuss a concept called "locus of attention." This one will get you thinking differently (no pu...

How To Improve Your Putting

18 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

An overview of putting - why speed control is so important, how to control your start line, and green reading. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

How to Maximize Your Driver Distance

11 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is all about hitting your driver farther! We talk about efficiency versus swing speed and practical ways to add distance to your drives t...

Wedge Play - Part 2

05 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Part 2 of our discussion on wedge play. Understanding wedge design, how to play certain lies, and taking reader questions. Learn more about your ad c...

Wedge Play Part 1

29 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

An overview of wedge play - its role in scoring, technique thoughts, and how to practice effectively Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...

What Is Consistency in Golf?

19 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Consistency is one of the most misused terms in golf. Let's clear it up! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shot Shaping: Fade or Draw?

13 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Fade or Draw? Both? A discussion about shot shaping and how golfers should choose. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mailbag Episode: 4 Questions Answered

06 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week Adam and Jon tackle four reader questions on the following topics: How do you balance trying to fix your swing vs. accepting variance durin...

Skill and Technique: Too Much of One, Not Enough of the Other

30 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The golf world endlessly talks about technique as a way to improve. In this episode, Adam and Jon explore why skill is just as important and perhaps e...