Episodes
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]. They separate fact from fiction when it comes to golf workouts, how to stay fast and safe regardless of your age, and much more.
Check out our previous podcast with Chris HERE and our Golf Myths Unplugged on speed training featuring Chris's original research HERE.
Watch this episode on YouTube HERE
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Published 10/30/24
We welcome back Stephanie Luttrell, Titleist’s Director of Metalwoods Development, and JJ Van Wezenbeeck, Titleist’s Director of Player Promotions, to discuss the Titleist GT drivers and fairway woods [check out their previous appearance HERE]. They give us tremendous insight into the tech that powers these clubs and the development process. If you're a gear head, this is a must-listen episode.
Check out our Titleist GT reviews HERE
Watch this episode on YouTube HERE
Published 10/09/24
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 Gear, Matt talks about the Titleist GT woods and the must-have Tour Aim Plus.
Save 15% on Tour Aim with the code PLUGGEDIN15 HERE
Published 09/18/24
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 wedge shaft and the MacGregor MT-Pro irons. For the interview, Matt is joined by John Mazzanoble, President of JumboMax grips, to discuss the benefits of larger grips, grip fitting, and JumboMax's most famous user, Bryson DeChambeau.
Published 09/11/24
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 about putting out of bunkers, how to prepare for fall golf, and much more.
Published 09/04/24
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 fitting and how the sole works with each player's swing. In the Back Nine, JP drops a great golf drill and a wide-ranging dream foursome.
Check out the review of the JP Camber Wedge HERE
Published 08/21/24
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 regulation? Matt dives into the data, and offers a simple three-step solution to smarter target selection, in this episode.
Check out the written lesson HERE
Published 08/07/24
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 are stupid. Matt explains why in this episode.
Check out the article HERE
Published 07/24/24
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 helps golfers, and much more.
Published 07/10/24
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 you can be a more effective coach for your own golf game. If you want to easily shave some strokes off your game, take a listen to this episode.
Published 05/29/24
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 courses and countless amenities and activities, it's a place that you'll never want to leave. Learn the ins and outs from John Scappatura in this podcast.
Check out our Fripp Island Feature HERE
Reviews of Ocean Creek Golf Course HERE and Ocean Point Golf Course HERE
Published 05/22/24
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 a certain scoring plateau, this may help you break through to the next level. In the second half of the episode, Matt goes through is 2024 WITB and discusses what has changed and what's staying around for another season.
Check out the written lesson HERE
Published 05/15/24
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 that came under the guidance of Hank Haney. This is a must listen for golf swing enthusiasts and any player interested in making serious improvements to their own swing.
Published 04/17/24
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 argues that in irons and wedges, the answer is yes, and he explains just how to do it. Matt and Terry also get into several informative tangents, and Matt wraps up by talking about how you can use visual cues to understand how woods and hybrids perform, too.
Check out the lesson on Gear Effect HERE
Published 04/03/24
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 are out to change that with their In The Zone Mental Training System. In this episode, Bo and Shannon share loads of practical tips on how to lower your handicap and perform better on the course without spending any additional time on the range.
Buy In the Zone Secrets HERE
Visit the In the Zone Mental Training website HERE
Published 03/13/24
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 and how he thinks we can fix it.
Published 03/06/24
All golfers should lift weights...but not for the reasons you think. In this podcast, Matt explains the mental benefits of lifting weights for golfers or people who want to get better at anything.
Published 02/21/24
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 Rain or Shine Golf about every step in the process, every product you'll need, and the common mistakes that you'll want to avoid.
Visit Rain or Shine HERE
Published 02/14/24
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 Tour Relations, and Kevin Tassistro, Director of Vokey Wedge Development, about the new Vokey SM10 wedges. They get deep into the importance of CG placement and why centered may not be best, cast vs. forged, and much more.
Published 02/07/24
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, and take you inside the SWAG Golf party.
Check out the PGA Recap post HERE
Published 01/31/24
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 outstanding performance from Brad Schweigert, PXG's Chief Product Officer. Brad also shares a great story about us how a bet with his son resulted in an unplanned haircut.
Published 01/24/24
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 episode, Matt helps you sort through the hype and big claims to make the best additions to your bag.
Published 01/10/24
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 style that nods to his background in skating. More importantly, their signature product, the Sandy Par golf towel, truly elevates a necessity that every golfer carries.
Published 01/03/24
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 episode with some quick takes on the USGA golf ball rollback and answer some reader questions, including the very best product of 2023.
Published 12/13/23