Best Tee Time Weekly Podcasts (2026)

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Letting Go of The Bad Shots 35:08

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13h ago35:08

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GS#468 December 23, 2014 As we begin our 21st year of the Golf Smarter podcast, we go back to the episode that kicked off our 10th. Jamie Zimron changes the conversation from the mental aspect of improvement to the physical. What's more important to a successful golf swing, lower body movement or upper body? Strength or flexibility? If you have a q…

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Which Team did Patriots Legend Julian Edelman Say Hated Them the Most? 41:45

22h ago41:45

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SmartLess Presents: We Need A Fourth Welcome back to your new comedy golf obsession We Need A Fourth, hosted by Brian Baumgartner, Cooper Manning and Kenny Mayne. This week we have 3 time Super Bowl Champion, Super Bowl MVP, podcaster, sports anchor and now occasional golfer Julian Edelman. Jules talks about adjusting his intensity to golf, destroy…

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Lower Body Power Launch. Pt2 with Jamie Zimron 35:50

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GS#468 December 23, 2014 As we begin our 21st year of the Golf Smarter podcast, we go back to the episode that kicked off our 10th. Jamie Zimron changes the conversation from the mental aspect of improvement to the physical. What's more important to a successful golf swing, lower body movement or upper body? Strength or flexibility? If you have a q…

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Golf Is A Mental Game?! The Return of Our Golf Sensei Jamie Zimron 33:20

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GS#467 December 16, 2014 This was Jamie Zimron’s fifth appearance on Golf Smarter. Incorporating Aikido and Golf, Jamie talks about the critical value of balance, whether strength or flexibility is more important, and the importance of relaxation through the swing. This episode is brought to you by Warby Parker with over 300+ locations to help you …

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How Did Comedian Jay Larson Change the Way Rory McIlroy Plays Golf? 38:12

8d ago38:12

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SmartLess Presents: We Need A Fourth Welcome back to your new comedy golf obsession We Need A Fourth, hosted by Brian Baumgartner, Cooper Manning and Kenny Mayne. Happy New Year from your WNAF friends. We are very happy to be joined by comedian and golfer Jay Larson. We learned the crucial advice Jay gave to Rory, the special bond that ties him to …

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Struggling to Make The Tour with Australian Pro Darren Garrett 42:50

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GS#463 November 18, 2014 Darren Garrett works nights in Perth, Australia so that he can fine tune his game to hopefully advance through Q-School and make the tour. In this episode, we find out what it takes, his goals, his chances, and what he’s learned from being a regular listener of Golf Smarter. This episode is brought to you by Warby Parker wi…

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The top 5 interview moments of 2025 19:56

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Happy holidays! "The Conversation" will return with a new season in January 2026. In the meantime, listen to some of the most memorable moments from the show in 2025 — including our interviews with President Donald Trump, Texas state representative and U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico (D), Trump 2024 and RNC Political Director James Blair, Pres…

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Hey! You’re Standing on My Line! Golf Etiquette with author Richard Todd 47:04

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GS #462 November 11, 2014 For most, the golf rules are fluid, changing from round to round. But walk on someone's line, or talk on the phone during a stroke and that will send most golfers into a hissy-fit. Author Richard Todd talks about his book "The Golf Rules: Etiquette". This episode is brought to you by Warby Parker with over 300+ locations t…

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What's Darius Rucker's Prediction for His Friend Tiger Woods' Comeback Next Year? 44:11

15d ago44:11

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SmartLess Presents: We Need A Fourth Welcome back to your new comedy golf obsession We Need A Fourth, hosted by Brian Baumgartner, Cooper Manning and Kenny Mayne. This week is our inaugural holiday episode, and we are joined by Country music superstar and the PGA's reigning Ambassador to Golf Darius Rucker. Be prepared for cringe-inducing outfits, …

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Mastering Golf's Mental Game with Dr. Michael T. Lardon 42:45

18d ago42:45

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GS#460 October 28, 2014 Sports Psychiatrist Dr. Michael T. Lardon returns to discuss his latest book Mastering Golf’s Mental Game - Your Ultimate Guide to Better On-Course Performance and Lower Scores - In this helpful book, Dr. Lardon shows us how to organize our thoughts and use them for maximum performance. Not just an associate clinical profess…

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Important Tips You May Have Forgotten with Head Pro Steven Snyder 54:13

21d ago54:13

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GS#458 October 14, 2014 Do you think you're struggling to lower your scores because of your swing? Putting? Short Game? Indian Valley Golf Course Head Professional Steven Snyder may surprise you with his answers, but after teaching for over 30 years, he's seen it all and knows why we are so frustrated. This episode is brought to you by Warby Parker…

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Why Comedian Rory Scovel Won't Buy Tickets to See His Good Friend Nate Bargatze 50:37

22d ago50:37

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Welcome back to your new comedy golf obsession We Need A Fourth, hosted by Brian Baumgartner, Cooper Manning and Kenny Mayne. This week we welcome the incredibly funny comedian and actor Rory Scovel. Rory tells us all about his new hit podcast Crimeless, the exact hole he typically gives up on his score and starts drinking beer, his current Know Yo…

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The 1969 Ryder Cup that Shocked the World with author Neil Sagebiel 1:09:39

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GS#455 September 19, 2014 In 1969, The Ryder Cup teetered on the brink of irrelevancy, and perhaps being discontinued. But the historic "Concession" offered by Jack Nicklaus to Tony Jacklin on the final hole at Royal Birkdale changed everything. Author Neil Sagebiel joins us. This episode is brought to you by Warby Parker with over 300+ locations t…

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Bill Gates on vaccine hesitancy, AI and global health 38:28

25d ago38:28

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Gates Foundation co-founder Bill Gates joined POLITICO’s Dasha Burns on this week’s episode of The Conversation to discuss his continued support for vaccine philanthropy, the impact of government aid cuts in global health, AI, vaccine skepticism and much more. The interview took place shortly after the release of The Gates Foundation’s Goalkeepers …

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Introducing: CrimeLess 3:06

27d ago3:06

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CrimeLess is a weekly comedy talk show exploring the wild crime questions you’d never act on—but secretly want answered. Comedian Rory Scovel and journalist–turned–true-crime podcaster Josh Dean break down a new outrageous caper each episode, from bold heists and absurd scams to crypto disasters and monkey-driven chaos. Their deep dives into the st…

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Golf Simplified featuring Donald Crawley 49:15

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GS#454 September 12, 2014 Donald Crawley; Dir. Instruction @ The Boulders Golf Academy in Arizona talks about Golf Simplified and The Boulders Golf Course. Donald has been awarded “Best Teacher in Arizona” by Golf Digest and since 96 “Top 100 Teachers in America” by Golf Magazine. This episode is brought to you by Warby Parker with over 300+ locati…

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An interview with President Donald Trump 47:22

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In this special edition of The Conversation, President Donald Trump sits down with POLITICO’s Dasha Burns at the White House to discuss his global influence, especially his involvement in trying to end the Ukraine-Russia war and his evolving relationship with America’s longtime allies in Europe and beyond. Plus, they discuss the situation in Venezu…

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Exclusive: PGA's Max Homa Revives His Savage Swing Roasts--Which of Our Hosts Gets Burned the Worst? 44:41

29d ago44:41

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SmartLess Presents: We Need A Fourth Welcome back to your new comedy golf obsession We Need A Fourth, hosted by Brian Baumgartner, Cooper Manning and Kenny Mayne. This week we are joined by one of the best and one of the funniest guys on the PGA tour: Max Homa. Max revives his infamous swing roasts on our hosts, talks about getting a headlock from …

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Trump’s tariff czar speaks | Jamieson Greer 1:10:58

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U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer is no stranger to President Donald Trump’s tariff-forward trade agenda. Greer served as chief of staff to Robert Lighthizer, the U.S. Trade Representative in Trump’s first administration. But now, it’s Greer who’s at the helm of the president’s tariff implementation strategy — one that has drawn both critici…

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LAB Golf’s Newest Heel Shafted Putter Impresses Old School Skeptics with CEO Sam Hahn 53:59

1M ago53:59

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GS#1028 Sam Hahn, CEO of L.A.B. Golf, currently the hottest golf company in the world, returns to discuss the company’s explosive growth and the details of their recent acquisition by private investment firm, L Catterton. Also discussed is how Sam's prolific use of Social Media has helped grow brand loyalty and exposure. Also covered is the radical…

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What Does Superstar Golf Influencer Paige Spiranac Say to Her Haters? 47:18

1M ago47:18

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SmartLess Presents: We Need A Fourth Welcome back to your new comedy golf obsession We Need A Fourth, hosted by Brian Baumgartner, Cooper Manning and Kenny Mayne. This week we are thrilled to welcome perhaps the biggest golf influencer in the world: Paige Spiranac. Fresh off the finals at the Internet Invitational, Paige shares Kenny's hatred for g…

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237 Rounds by September 1 ––in Canada! featuring Michael Hamel 53:12

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GS#453 September 9, 2014: Long time Golf Smarter listener Michael Hamel plays at least 36 holes everyday...in Ontario, Canada! So far this year, he's logged 237 rounds, and he's not slowing down. In only 6 years of playing golf, Michael is down to a 3 handicap...although he'll say "up" to a 3 since he was in the 2s. He's also been a Personal Traine…

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Rules to Understanding How Consciousness Works for a Better Mental Game with Jim Waldron 49:10

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GS#1027 Jim Waldron has been a regular on Golf Smarter since 2007 (episode #105) because of how well versed he is in incorporating the most comprehensive elements of the mental game with the best swing mechanics. That's why he's also become very popular on many other podcasts. This conversation delves into the nature of negative thought patterns an…

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What Does Keegan Bradley Share About Michael Jordan’s Golf Game? 47:15

1M ago47:15

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SmartLess Presents: We Need A Fourth Welcome back to your new comedy golf obsession We Need A Fourth, hosted by Brian Baumgartner, Cooper Manning and Kenny Mayne. The guys are so excited to welcome 8-time PGA tour winner and Ryder Cup Captain Keegan Bradley. Keegan tells us all about the return of the Skins Game on Black Friday at 9 Eastern on Amaz…

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How to Cope with Common Golf Injuries featuring Bob Forman 37:24

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GS#449 August 12, 2014 Long time Golf Smarter Member Michael Hamel plays at least 36 holes everyday...in Ontario Canada! So far this year, he's logged 237 rounds, and he's not slowing down. In only 6 years of playing golf, Michael has brought himself down to a 3 handicap...although he'll say "up" to a 3 since he was in the 2s. He's also been a Pers…

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Army Secretary Dan Driscoll on transforming the armed forces 46:06

2M ago46:06

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Dan Driscoll made history earlier this year when, at 38, he was sworn in as the youngest Army secretary in U.S. history. And he just made news again this week when he became the highest-level Trump administration official to visit Kyiv for the White House’s secret peace talks in effort to end Russia’s war on Ukraine. Driscoll joined high-level talk…

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BONUS: Fantasy Golf Foursome: Which Host Picked a Deceased Superhero? 14:27

2M ago14:27

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SmartLess Presents: We Need A Fourth Welcome back to your new comedy golf obsession We Need A Fourth, hosted by Brian Baumgartner, Cooper Manning and Kenny Mayne. On this special bonus episode, the guys compete by choosing a pro golfer, an athlete and a celebrity to complete their fantasy team. If you're thinking there's no way someone chose a Moto…

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Creating the Best Tempo & Rhythm to Achieve a Repeatable Swing featuring Chia Chou 37:33

2M ago37:33

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GS#1026 This week Chia Chou, a world renowned musician and professor, showcases his online program, Audio Golf. The course can help golfers of all skill levels achieve a repeatable rhythm that will result in hitting shots, and stroking putts more consistently. Chou challenges Fred to demonstrate the difficulty of performing contradictory actions wh…

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What Does Sebastian Maniscalco Smell Like on the Golf Course? 38:27

2M ago38:27

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SmartLess Presents: We Need A Fourth Welcome back to your new comedy golf obsession We Need A Fourth, hosted by Brian Baumgartner, Cooper Manning and Kenny Mayne. We welcome the very funny Sebastian Maniscalco, who tells us about his new Hulu special "It Ain't Right," his high fashion choice of golf shoe, and why playing with Joe Pesci can be a cha…

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Seth Moulton on the Epstein emails, Venezuela, and the shutdown 36:33

2M ago36:33

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Rep. Seth Moulton (D–Mass.) is not one to shy away from criticism of his own party. He made waves in the past when he insisted that the Democrats’ approach to dialogue on transgender issues was stifling. Moulton has also been vocal about the need for generational change in an aging Washington. This time, the Massachusetts congressman is speaking ou…

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History of Legendary Golf Course Pasatiempo with a TeeTour by Head Professional Ken Woods 49:23

2M ago49:23

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GS#448 August 5, 2014 Pasatiempo Golf Course has an amazing history that includes being the course that Bobby Jones played just before deciding that Alister MacKenzie should be the architect of his property at Augusta, Georgia, which became home to The Masters. Our guest is Ken Woods, Head Professional at Pasatiempo in the Santa Cruz mountains, jus…

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I Dream That The World Could Be More Like The Masters with author John Sabino 56:52

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GS#1025 This week we reconnect with John Sabino, who shares his remarkable journey of playing the Top 100 golf courses in the world, culminating in his experience at Augusta National. John reflects on his time playing with Masters champions, the lessons learned from the Augusta experience, and the insights he gained while writing his book, 'The Aug…

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Is Bobby Flay Celebrating Making a Putt or Having a Stroke? 50:26

2M ago50:26

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SmartLess Presents: We Need A Fourth Welcome back to your new comedy golf obsession We Need A Fourth, hosted by Brian Baumgartner, Cooper Manning and Kenny Mayne. We are honored to welcome chef, restaurateur, author, ever-present TV personality, horse race enthusiast, and golfer Bobby Flay. Bobby tells us the first thing you need if you want to bea…

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The Frustrated Golfer's Handbook with author and coach Darrin Gee 1:05:56

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GS#447 July 29, 2014. Darrin Gee of the Spirit of Golf Academy in Hawaii discusses 12 of the 50 chapters of his book "The Frustrated Golfer's Handbook". This is a great book to keep on your phone to make quick references when your struggling with something specific. This episode is brought to you by Warby Parker with over 300+ locations to help you…

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The Conversation election special 2025: Mikie Sherrill and James Blair 59:25

2M ago59:25

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New Jersey’s governor-elect Mikie Sherrill and James Blair, the political director for the Trump 2024 Campaign and the RNC, break down the lessons learned from this week’s Democratic sweep Election Night 2025 was a sweet one for Democrats nationwide. Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani won the New York City mayoral race. Former congresswoman Abigai…

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Caddie at Merion Golf Club Writes “The Phillie Phenoms” A Fun Novel for All Ages with author Nate Oxman 42:58

2M ago42:58

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GS#1024 This week Nate Oxman shares his unique experiences caddying on the LPGA Tour, and looping for celebrities like Troy Aikman and Darius Rucker at Merion Golf Club in Philadelphia. He recounts a memorable encounter with Rucker, where he was offered tickets to a show and a humorous deal regarding naming his unborn child. In addition to discussi…

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YouTube Golf Star Fat Perez Isn't Crazy About His Nickname 37:24

2M ago37:24

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SmartLess Presents: We Need A Fourth Welcome back to your new comedy golf obsession We Need A Fourth, hosted by Brian Baumgartner, Cooper Manning and Kenny Mayne. On this episode the guys meet golf influencer, cold beer enthusiast and former accountant Fat Perez. We learn about his golf eurostep, his chance meeting with Pat Perez, and why he's neve…

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Jimmy Demeret Instructed Eben Dennis to See It! Feel It! Do It! 49:13

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GS#446 July 22, 2014 As a little kid and teenager, Eben Dennis grew up in Houston playing with, and absorbing the wisdom some of his Dad’s friends. Those friends happened to be Ben Hogan, Jackie Burke, and Jimmy Demaret. Each of those greats saw something special in Eben and shared lessons that he was able to use as a player and instructor in later…

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Can Jasmine Crockett teach Democrats how to communicate? 54:39

2M ago54:39

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Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) hasn’t been in Congress for very long, but she’s transformed the way that Democrats are communicating with voters and energized her colleagues in the party. Crockett is known for her willingness to frankly engage with Republican counterparts from Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor Green all the way to President Donald Trum…

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INTRODUCING: I Need You Guys with Jenny Slate, Gabe Liedman, and Max Silvestri! 7:42

2M ago7:42

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Say hello to the new show from SmartLess Media, I Need You Guys! Jenny Slate, Gabe Liedman, and Max Silvestri are comedians who have been best friends for over 20 years, and on I Need You Guys, their group chat has been made public; they’ll catch up, ask each other for advice, answer listener questions, and welcome a special guest into the chat eve…

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You Don't Need To Play Perfect Golf to Play Great Golf! featuring Chris Petefish 48:54

2M ago48:54

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GS#1,023 In this episode Chris Petefish highlights that golfers do not need to play perfectly to achieve great results, focusing instead on smart decision-making and managing expectations on the course. Chris also shares his journey as a professional golfer, discussing his experiences on the PGA Tour and the challenges he faces in balancing playing…

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Did Patrick Mahomes Witness Eric Stonestreet's Hole in One? 32:47

2M ago32:47

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SmartLess Presents: We Need A Fourth Welcome back to your new comedy golf obsession We Need A Fourth, hosted by Brian Baumgartner, Cooper Manning and Kenny Mayne. The guys welcome the very funny Eric Stonestreet to discuss the mystery behind his hole in one, whether he will be invited to the Travis Kelce & Taylor Swift wedding, and how his Office d…

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Mistake Free Golf with Sports Psychologist Dr. Robert K. Winters 50:18

2M ago50:18

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GS#445 July 15, 2014 Dr. Bob Winters returns to Golf Smarter to discuss his new book that will help your mental game and lower your scores. "Mistake Free Golf; First Aid for Your Golfing Brain". We detail 9 chapters of the book including conversations on “I don’t believe in myself”, “I hit the ball when I know I’m not ready”, “I care too much about…

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Why Sen. Rand Paul feels like GOP ‘whipping boy’ 45:48

2M ago45:48

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Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) is known for being a firebrand when it comes to his conservative, small-government principles. He’s also known for being a longtime supporter of President Donald Trump, despite taking issue with some of the president’s policies. But Paul takes issue with being what he says is the only Republican willing to stand up to Trump a…

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Practices of Elite Athletes That Will Help Amateur Golfers with Dr. Jo Lukins 52:21

3M ago52:21

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GS#1022 This week we speak to Dr. Jo Lukins about her most recent book 'The Elite'. She shares insights on the mental strategies that elite athletes use to succeed. Dr. Lukins also explores the unique mental challenges faced by golfers and the significance of habits, nutrition, and sleep in achieving peak performance. She emphasizes the importance …

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Why LPGA Pro Lauren Coughlin Chose Not To Have Her Husband As Her Caddie 37:58

3M ago37:58

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SmartLess Presents: We Need A Fourth Welcome back to your new comedy golf obsession We Need A Fourth, hosted by Brian Baumgartner, Cooper Manning and Kenny Mayne. We had a great time with Lauren Coughlin, a multiple major tournament winning pro on the LPGA tour. She shared the reason her husband is no longer her caddie, the thrill of playing her fi…

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PGA Tour Caddy for J.B. Holmes, Brandon Parsons 1:07:07

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GS#444 July 8, 2014 PGA Tour player J.B. Holmes grew up with Brandon Parsons who is now his caddy. This 70 minute episode features Brandon talking about Target Oriented Golf and Aimpoint putting to achieve the lowest scores possible. This episode is sponsored by Indeed. Please visit indeed.com/GOLFSMARTER and get a $75 SPONSORED JOB CREDIT. Terms a…

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JB Pritzker says Trump is defunding the Chicago police 44:45

3M ago44:45

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Nationwide, state and local officials are pushing back against President Trump’s plans to send the National Guard into various Democratic-run cities for crime and immigration enforcement support. One of the top Democrats leading the resistance is Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker. Trump has recently said that he believes Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Brandon …

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NOT ABOUT GOLF! The Life Changing Joy of Playing the Game with author Mike Berland 47:19

3M ago47:19

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GS#1021 In this engaging conversation, author Mike Berland shares his journey into golf, highlighting how he discovered the sport later in life and the profound impact it has had on his social connections and personal growth. We go deep into the psychological aspects of golf, including the dopamine rush associated with successful shots, and how gol…

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Rich Eisen on His Painful ESPN Exit, Thrilling Return, and Favorite Off Color Kenny Joke 38:56

3M ago38:56

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SmartLess Presents: We Need A Fourth Welcome back to your new comedy golf obsession We Need A Fourth, hosted by Brian Baumgartner, Cooper Manning and Kenny Mayne. This week we welcome Rich Eisen, friend of our hosts, former and current ESPN anchor, the face of the NFL Network, annual NFL Combine sprinter, and occasional golfer. He shares where exac…