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593: Jim Venetos returns to discuss why we should stop watching the Tour Pros or listening to TV announcers telling us why we should swing like the best in the world. We don’t get to practice like them, so why should we emulate something we can’t repeat. If you just focus your practice with bump’n’run shots, pitching and making 3 foot putts, you’ll get much better, much faster. As in the title, just keep your perspective on who you are, and don’t have unreal expectations, you’ll be amazed at how much better you’ll play.https://jimvenetosgolfacademy.com/https://www.youtube.com/user/jimvenetosgolfThis episode is brought to you by RADIO BASEBALL CARDS, the newest podcast from SmarterPodcasts.com.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3264943/advertisement

592: Want to play golf more consistently? Stop thinking about all the moving parts of your body and focus on the CLUB! Ed LeBeau of the Heartland Golf Schools was a disciple of Manuel de la Torre (featured on episode 564 which was a replay of #187 in honor of his passing) who learned from his father Angel de la Torre, who worked with Ernest Jones. These names may not mean a lot to you, but if you want to be a more consistent golfer, then you should learn about these teachings on focusing on the three simple points we discuss that will free your mind and lower your scores.https://HeartlandGolfSchools.comThis episode is brought to you by RADIO BASEBALL CARDS, the newest podcast from SmarterPodcasts.com.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3264943/advertisement

591: If playing golf in college is a goal for you, or someone you know, then you want to hear this conversation with Nick Tannahill, the Golf Head Recruiting Coach for NCSASports.org.Whether you're just looking for free recruiting advice or are seriously interested in how to get college scholarships, they make sure you get expert advice, completely personalized to you, to help you get recruited. Nick and other scouts at NCSA Sports often hear the question, "Do I really need a recruiting profile? If I'm good enough, won't coaches come to scout me?" No one, no matter how much of a star player, can rely on serendipity in the scouting process. Because of college recruiting regulations, time constraints, and their athletic department's budget, college coaches don't have the resources to travel the country to see recruits.This episode is brought to you by RADIO BASEBALL CARDS, the newest podcast from SmarterPodcasts.com.Now you can listen to Golf Smarter everyday of the week!! Since we've discontinued Premium Acces

590: David DePula is one of the lucky people who left a job he didn’t love to pursue something he did. Golf. He was a frustrated golfer and understands the lack of consistency we all desire. Then he developed a simple and direct method to better contact. “Cut The Grass!” I was introduced to David through a friend who is in his 70s and still breaks 80 regularly, but has been blown away by his work with David. David’s website 21DaysToGolfingFreedom.com is getting the final touches and should be available by the second week of May, 2017. This episode is also available on our video channel YouTube.com/GolfSmarterTV. The direct URL is https://youtu.be/hq3AA08PqkMThis episode is brought to you by RADIO BASEBALL CARDS, the newest podcast from SmarterPodcasts.com.Now you can listen to Golf Smarter everyday of the week!! Since we've discontinued Premium Access, every episode of Golf Smarter is available and free! If there were episodes in the past that you heard but it wasn't a Premium Episode, then chances are you mi

589: Elana King of Experience Golf has earned a long list of accolades for her work with women golfers, young golfers, as a mental game coach, and as LPGA Central Section Teacher of the Year, and more. In this episode Elana talks about strategies to employ that will ensure you continue to play for a lifetime with your wife (husband) and/or child without having it get in the way of your valuable relationship. This episode is also available on video at https://youtu.be/qhsWqD90qoEThis episode is brought to you by RADIO BASEBALL CARDS, the newest podcast from SmarterPodcasts.com. Now you can listen to Golf Smarter everyday of the week!! Since we've discontinued Premium Access, every episode of Golf Smarter is available and free! If there were episodes in the past that you heard but it wasn't a Premium Episode, then chances are you missed at least half of the conversation. Download and listen to all those unedited interviews where ever you download your favorite podcasts or the free Golf Smarter app for iOS or

588: Mike Weingartner is the Head Golf Professional at The Ridge (formerly known as The Ridge at Castle Pines North) just outside of Denver. In our conversation Mike talks about how he gets the most efficient golf swing out of everyone of his students. We also talk about the importance of lag in your swing, why it's important to focus on your athletic ability to improve your game, and his favorite par3, 4, and par5 holes at The Ridge. This episode is brought to you by RADIO BASEBALL CARDS, the newest podcast from SmarterPodcasts.com. Thanks to everyone who has jumped at the opportunity to download any and all episodes from the Golf Smarter catalogue! Now that we've discontinued Premium Access every episode of Golf Smarter, dating back to 2005, is free for everyone. If there were episodes in the past that you heard but it wasn't a Premium Episode, then chances are you missed at least half of the conversation. Download and listen to all those unedited interviews where ever you download your favorite podcasts. H

587: The 2017 Masters offered a spectacular ending that finally put a Major victory in the overdue hands of Sergio Garcia. But it wasn't clear sailing for him, or his fans who were on the edge of their seats waiting for the predictable disaster that has haunted his entire career. Host Fred Greene is joined by comedian/TV & Radio Host Matty "MattyB" Blake to laugh through various moments, players, opportunities missed, the exciting conclusion, and who was watching from above. This episode is brought to you by RADIO BASEBALL CARD, the newest podcast from SmarterPodcasts.com & GreeneCreative.com. Listen to the end of this episode to hear the introduction, demo, and first episode.Premium Access is no longer available for Golf Smarter! Now every episode of Golf Smarter, dating back to 2005, is free for everyone. If you were never a Premium Subscriber, you missed a lot because the free shows were curated by half. Now you can go back and hear the entire interview as it was originally recorded. Since a majori

586 Dave Pelz could be the most sought after and successful short game golf coach on the planet. But he’s so much more! Dave’s a scientist, researcher, author, entrepreneur, club designer, short game guru, and a dedicated family man. In our conversation that goes longer than an hour, Dave gives us a glimpse into his personal history that starts with being a frustrated college golfer at Indiana University who was repeatedly beat by Jack Nicklaus. He then moved on to NASA working as a scientist/researcher/data analyst for the Goddard Space Center. But his love of golf never left his blood, so he took a year off to start a business that ended as a total disaster.  He provides a lot more about his history, and of course provides some short game and practice advice. He also shares his prediction for this year’s Masters. Keep your eyes/ears open for his newest Kickstarter book/video project on Green Reading. The crowdsource funding program will run for 60 days starting May 8, 2016. Help support the project and get

585: The Masters starts next week and to help with your Fantasy Draft picks on DraftKings.com, we've invited the Tour Junkies. These two guys from Augusta, GA are "Fantasy Golf Aces" and they're here to break down the tournament and provide the most attractive picks for your Draft. David Barnett and Pat Perry aren't brothers but sometimes they sound like it, which can be a lot of fun. This episode is brought to you by DraftKings.com. Get FREE entry into the Masters draft with the coupon code "golfsmarter", and good luck!This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3264943/advertisement

585 Premium: The Masters starts next week and to help with your Fantasy Draft picks at DraftKings.com, we've invited the Tour Junkies. These two guys from Augusta, GA are "Fantasy Golf Aces" and they're here to break down the tournament and provide the most attractive picks for your Draft. David Barnett and Pat Perry aren't brothers but sometimes the sound like it, which can be really fun. This episode is brought to you by DraftKings.com. Get FREE entry in the the Masters Draft with the coupon code "golfsmarter", and good luck!This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3264943/advertisement

584: Uphill/Downhill lies. Chipping from below the green. Awkward stances in the rough. This week host Fred Greene goes out on the course with the Golf Sensei, Jamie Zimron to Indian Valley Golf Course to get some tips and a playing lesson on getting out of tough situations on the course. This episode is also available as a video on the homepage of GolfSmarter.com, @GOLF SMARTER on Facebook, or on YouTube.com/GolfSmarterTV at https://youtu.be/n_6RZT1g7WAFind more on Jamie at KiAiGolf.comThis episode is sponsored by DraftKings.com. Go to DraftKings.com NOW to draft your lineup for the Masters! Get FREE entry in the $100,000 contest for golf’s first major with promo code GOLFSMARTER!  Only at DraftKings.com, THE destination for one week fantasy sports!!  Eligibility restrictions may apply. See DraftKings dot com for details.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3264943/advertisement

Uphill/Downhill lies. Chipping from below the green. Awkward stances in the rough. This week host Fred Greene goes out on the course with the Golf Sensei, Jamie Zimron to Indian Valley Golf Course to get some tips and a playing lesson on getting out of tough situations on the course. This episode is also available as a video on the homepage of GolfSmarter.com, @GOLF SMARTER on Facebook, or on YouTube.com/GolfSmarterTV at https://youtu.be/n_6RZT1g7WAFind more on Jamie at KiAiGolf.comThis episode is sponsored by DraftKings.com. Go to DraftKings.com NOW to draft your lineup for the Masters! Get FREE entry in the $100,000 contest for golf’s first major with promo code GOLFSMARTER!  Only at DraftKings.com, THE destination for one week fantasy sports!!  Eligibility restrictions may apply. See DraftKings dot com for details.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3264943/advertisement

583 In Part 2 of our conversation with Paul Hobart of Banana Putting, we spend nearly an hour breaking down his five elements of improved putting, reading greens, selecting the right putter for your game, and conclude with a helpful putting speed drill.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3264943/advertisement

In Part 2 of our conversation with Paul Hobart of Banana Putting, we spend nearly an hour breaking down his five elements of improved putting, reading greens, selecting the right putter for your game, and conclude with a helpful putting speed drill.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3264943/advertisement

582 After giving thousands of putting lessons to hundreds of students, Paul Hobart has learned the intricacies and common errors of putting and why they happen. He’s developed a clean and simple method to improve your putting and calls it “Banana Putting”. There are multiple elements and we’ll take a couple episodes to go in depth with Paul. This week we begin with ‘scan it - plan it - point it - roll it’. Come back next week and we’ll have more to improve as we get closer to our new season.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3264943/advertisement

582 Premium: After giving thousands of putting lessons to hundreds of students, Paul Hobart has learned the intricacies and common errors of putting and why they happen. He’s developed a clean and simple method to improve your putting and calls it “Banana Putting”. There are multiple elements and we’ll take a couple episodes to go in depth with Paul. This week we begin with ‘scan it - plan it - point it - roll it’. Come back next week and we’ll have more to improve as we get closer to our new season.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3264943/advertisement

581: Lynn Anderson, a TPI Certified instructor joins host Fred Greene to discuss different exercises to get us back in shape for the new golf season. They also talk about nutrition so you don’t lose focus or have the “wheels fall off” near the end of your round, and the causes and solutions of different golf injuries. We’d like to give you a free copy of Fred Shoemaker’s “Extraordinary Golf - The Secret to Transforming Your Game” DVD that usually sells for $50!Write an review about Golf Smarter podcast in iTunes or the Apple Podcast app and get the DVD for only the cost of shipping & $5 handling! Either way, first come first served.Once you have it posted, email me a copy of the review and your mailing address to Fred@GolfSmarterPodcast.comThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3264943/advertisement

581 Premium: Lynn Anderson, a TPI Certified instructorhttps://www.totallydriven.com/> joins host Fred Greene to discuss different exercises that can get us back in shape for the new golf season. They also talk about nutrition so you don’t lose focus or have the “wheels fall off” near the end of your round, and the causes and solutions of different golf injuries. We’d like to give you a free copy of Fred Shoemaker’s “Extraordinary Golf - The Secret to Transforming Your Game” DVD that usually sells for $50!Write an review about Golf Smarter podcast in iTunes or the Apple Podcast app and get the DVD for only the cost of shipping & $5 handling! Either way, first come first served.Once you have it posted, email me a copy of the review and your mailing address to Fred@GolfSmarterPodcast.comThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3264943/advertisement

580: Mel Sole had the honor and privilege to play with Gary Player in the South African Tour as a young man, today he runs a Golf Magazine Top 25 Golf School in multiple locations across the US. In this episode, Mel talks about his history as a professional and an instructor and shares some amazing tips on why his teaching method comprises of 50% swing mechanics and 50% mental strength. He also shares tips he’s learned from Carey Mumford (Clear Key) on improving rhythm, and another from Nick Price on how to help us focus. We’d like to give you a free copy of Fred Shoemaker’s “Extraordinary Golf - The Secret to Transforming Your Game” DVD that usually sells for $50!Write an review about Golf Smarter podcast in iTunes or the Apple Podcast app and get the DVD for only the cost of shipping & $5 handling! Either way, first come first served.Once you have it posted, email me a copy of the review and your mailing address to Fred@GolfSmarterPodcast.comThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are in

580: Mel Sole had the honor and privilege to play with Gary Player in the South African Tour as a young man, today he runs a Golf Magazine Top 25 Golf School in multiple locations across the US. In this episode, Mel talks about his history as a professional and an instructor and shares some amazing tips on why his teaching method comprises of 50% swing mechanics and 50% mental strength. He also shares tips he’s learned from Carey Mumford (Clear Key) on improving rhythm, and another from Nick Price on how to help us focus. We’d like to give you a free copy of Fred Shoemaker’s “Extraordinary Golf - The Secret to Transforming Your Game” DVD that usually sells for $50!Write an review about Golf Smarter podcast in iTunes or the Apple Podcast app and get the DVD for only the cost of shipping & $5 handling! Either way, first come first served.Once you have it posted, email me a copy of the review and your mailing address to Fred@GolfSmarterPodcast.comThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are in