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759: Richard Zokol’s PGA Tour career spanned over 20-years, winning twice while competing in 412 PGA Tour events. As he treats us to great stories about his career, he also shares the Ah-Ha moment in the final round of the 2000 US Open when, after shooting a 30 on the front nine, he was no longer emotionally tied to his score. The result is a fabulous free (iOS only so far) app called MindTrakGolf that shifts your focus away from stroke scoring and offers simple tracking of your shot assessments and shot executions. Listen for details. Congratulations to Joye M-S of Essex Ontario Canada, winner of a Golf Fitness Assessment and Customized Fitness Exercise Program courtesy of Par4Success.com Our next giveaway is for a High Heat 257+ Fairway metal from KnuthGolf.com. Deadline to enter is Sunday, October 4, 2020 at Midnight PDT/3a EDT. Enter at GolfSmarter.com/giveaway2020. Listen for details.We recently congratulated Gwen C of Rossland, BC, Canada who won the Full Access Pass to the Consistent Golf Summit courtesy of SchoolOfLifetimeLowRounds.com but she informed us that she’d already purchased the Full Access Pass and wanted to release her prize to another Golf Smarter listener. So CONGRATULATIONS to Cynthia C of Chandler, AZ who was selected for this prize. This is a unique week for Golf Smarter and Golf Smarter Mulligans in that both episodes feature conversations with former PGA Tour players. In episode #75 of Mulligans, we sit down with Aaron Oberholser at a press event for the 2009 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro Am to talk about life on the Tour and that Pros are working when they play, but amateurs need to remember that golf is a game and is supposed to be fun.

758: Shea Satterfield is an expert club fitter at both Temecula Creek Golf Club and also for Cobra. He works with golfers of all abilities and knows how to best fit a players club to their game based on style and frequency of play. He’s got a fascinating path that brought him to being a club fitter and we dig in to get his story, along with his insights and advice. Our next giveaway is a Golf Fitness Assessment and Customized Fitness Exercise Program courtesy of Par4Success.com Deadline to enter is Sunday, September 20, 2020 at Midnight PDT/3a EDT. Enter at GolfSmarter.com/giveaway2020. Listen for details.This week on Golf Smarter Mulligans #74, we learn about Mind Power Golf and then open the mailbag so that our guest, Sportsmind Coach Stephen Latham can answer your questions..

Chris Finn returns to discuss how your body can be the biggest problem to improving your golf game. His group of TPI Instructors at Par4Success.com have developed on online assessment that will allow them to get a distanced look at your flexibility. Once reviewed they can create a customized exercise program for you that will give the gift of greater power which leads to more distance. We also talk about how many years Tour players like Bryson DeChampbeau can still be effective after transforming his body. Our next giveaway is a Golf Fitness Assessment and Customized Fitness Exercise Program courtesy of Par4Success.com Deadline to enter is Sunday, September 20, 2020 at Midnight PDT/3a EDT. Enter at GolfSmarter.com/giveaway2020. Listen for details.Congratulations to Gwen C of Rossland, BC, Canada. She’s the winner of the Full Access Pass to the Consistent Golf Summit courtesy of SchoolOfLifetimeLowRounds.com This week on Golf Smarter Mulligans #73, we talk about how understanding golf course architecture can improve your course management skills with Architect Tripp Davis in an episode we call “Insights on How Golf Course Architecture Can Determine Your Playing Strategy”.

756: Randy Chang, PGA, is the Director of Instruction at the Journey at Pechanga Golf Course in Temecula, CA. He’s currently being featured on CBS TV in the Los Angeles area. He also runs the Randy Chang Golf Academy specializing in junior golf. Randy returns to Golf Smarter (ep 698 7/16/19) to talk about coaching parents on how to participate with their kids on the course, along with other tips and drills to help golfers of all skill levels. Our next giveaway is for a Full Access Pass to Bo’s Consistent Golf Summit. The Pro swing training aid courtesy of SwingThePro.com and Dan Martin Golf, and The Claw glove from CaddyDaddyGolf.com. Deadline to enter is Sunday, September 6, 2020 at Midnight PDT/3a EDT. Enter at GolfSmarter.com/giveaway2020. Listen for details.This week on Golf Smarter Mulligans #72, we’re visited by TPI Certified Teacher & Coach, Mindi Boyson in an episode we call Fit for Golf! Fit for Life! As we discuss golf fitness, exercises, nutrition and hydration.

755: Bo Watson of SchoolOfLifetimeLowRounds.com and founder of the Consistent Golf Summit (episode #735 April 7,2020) is joined by Shannon Shuskey, a world class Speed Skating coach to share his methods of how to get IN THE ZONE at the flip of a switch. Shannon’s resume includes coaching 142 National Championships, 18 World Team Members, 6 World Champions, 2 Olympians, yet he’s proven to Bo that his method works for golfers too! They have a free webinar coming up VERY SOON. September 2, 2020 at 7:30aPDT/10:30aEDT. Sign up at https://www.inthezonementaltraining.com/golf-smarter-webinar-opt-in1598035976230?affiliate_id=2664924Our next giveaway is for a Full Access Pass to Bo’s Consistent Golf Summit. The Pro swing training aid courtesy of SwingThePro.com and Dan Martin Golf, and The Claw glove from CaddyDaddyGolf.com. Deadline to enter is Sunday, September 6, 2020 at Midnight PDT/3a EDT. Enter at GolfSmarter.com/giveaway2020. Listen for details.Congratulations to Sam K of San Diego, CA. He’s the winner of The Pro swing training aid courtesy of SwingThePro.com and Dan Martin Golf, and The Claw glove from CaddyDaddyGolf.com.This week on Golf Smarter Mulligans #71, Sports Psychologist and Executive Director of the Shivas Irons Society, Ben Kline talks to our host, Fred Greene, at a driving range about his research on how Mindfulness Meditation’s impact on anxious golfers. This is your last chance to get a free copy of Tony Manzoni’s video “The Lost Fundamental”! All you have to do is write a review for Golf Smarter in Apple Podcasts (or where ever you subscribe to Golf Smarter) and forward your comments to @golfsmarter on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram, or via email to GolfSmarterPodcast@gmail.com.

754: The Yips causes more golfers to quit the game than slow play. Jim Waldron, “The Yips Whisperer”, our “Yoda of Yips”, works with golfers around the world helping to cure their yips in a few short sessions. In this episode we talk about causes, cures, manifestations, and a pre-shot routine that will block the Yips from your mind. If you need help because the Yips are ruining your enjoyment of playing, contact Jim at BalancePointGolf.comOur next giveaway is for The Pro swing training aid courtesy of SwingThePro.com and Dan Martin Golf, and The Claw glove from CaddyDaddyGolf.com. Deadline to enter is Sunday, August 23, 2020 at Midnight PDT/3a EDT. Enter at GolfSmarter.com/giveaway2020. Listen for details. Check out this video from Rustic Canyon GC of host Fred Greene getting a quick lesson on how to use The Pro from Dan Martin. https://youtu.be/BaHd4ELEnmsThis week on Golf Smarter Mulligans #70, PGA Tour Caddie Mike "Fluff" Cowan shares his entertaining history of carrying the bag for some of the Tour's best players, including Tiger, Furyk and Jacobsen. He also addresses what is involved for the Caddie to help a great player win. How would you like a free copy of Tony Manzoni’s video “The Lost Fundamental”? All you have to do is write a review for Golf Smarter in Apple Podcasts (or where ever you subscribe to Golf Smarter) and forward your comments to @golfsmarter on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram, or via email to GolfSmarterPodcast@gmail.com.

754: Last week’s 2020 PGA Championship at TPC Harding Park was special in so many ways that we needed an expert who not only played PGA Tour golf, but grew up in San Francisco playing Harding Park. He’s also been a popular Bay Area golf journalist for decades. Our guest is John Abendroth, PGA, co-host of HookedOnGolf and now doing Zoom interviews with players like Gary Player and Rocco Mediate. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0aa2--J76To4eG8ZvnkBpw http://hookedongolf.com/Our next giveaway is for The Pro swing training aid courtesy of SwingThePro.com and Dan Martin Golf, and The Claw glove from CaddyDaddyGolf.com. Deadline to enter is Sunday, August 23, 2020 at Midnight PDT/3a EDT. Enter at GolfSmarter.com/giveaway2020. Listen for details. Check out this video from Rustic Canyon GC of host Fred Greene getting a quick lesson on how to use The Pro from Dan Martin. https://youtu.be/BaHd4ELEnmsCongratulations to Christian Aguilar of Kathleen, GA, winner of a custom fit Edison Wedge courtesy of Terry “The Wedge Guy” Koehler and EdisonWedges.com.This week on Golf Smarter Mulligans #69, we find no better time to discuss course management than after watching TPC Harding Park humble the best players alive. Our guest is PGA Tour Instructor Sean Hogan in an episode we call “Strategy from Tee to Green”.How would you like a free copy of Tony Manzoni’s video “The Lost Fundamental”? All you have to do is write a review for Golf Smarter in Apple Podcasts (or where ever you subscribe to Golf Smarter) and forward your comments to @golfsmarter on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram, or via email to GolfSmarterPodcast@gmail.com.

752: Dan Martin, PGA is the Director of Instruction at Rustic Canyon GC in Moorpark, CA, a GolfTips Top 30 instructor, and a U.S. Kids Golf Top 50 Master Kids Teacher. Host Fred Greene is scheduling a trip to Southern California and gets tips from Dan on what shots he should have ready to play on this highly rated Australian Links style course. Dan is also the spokesperson and advocate for The Pro (Precise. Rotational. Orbit.) training aid which helps the average golfer discover the great swing that they already posses. Receive a 20% discount with ‘golfsmarter’ at checkout. Our next giveaway is for a custom fit Edison Wedge of your choice courtesy of Terry and EdisonWedges.com. Deadline to enter is Sunday, August 9, 2020 at Midnight PDT/3a EDT. Enter at GolfSmarter.com/giveaway2020. Listen for details.This week on Golf Smarter Mulligans #68, with an enormous following on YouTube, our guest is Shawn Clement — who has worked with Moe Norman, the greatest ball-striker of all-time — has been teaching "common sense golf" for decades. How would you like a free copy of Tony Manzoni’s video “The Lost Fundamental”? All you have to do is write a review for Golf Smarter in Apple Podcasts (or where ever you subscribe to Golf Smarter) and forward your comments to @golfsmarter on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram, or via email to GolfSmarterPodcast@gmail.com.

751: Karen Perlman is a recreational golfer and marketer who saw a need and filled it. She created Quick Caddie, a durable bag tag that provides golfers with pro tips for tough situations on the course. Simply rotate the wheel to find a challenging shot you’re facing, and find answers on how to play it. This is a great gift idea for your playing partners, and Golf Smarter listeners get a discount with coupon code “golfsmarter”. Our next giveaway is for a custom fit Edison Wedge of your choice courtesy of Terry and EdisonWedges.com. Deadline to enter is Sunday, August 9, 2020 at Midnight PDT/3a EDT. Enter at GolfSmarter.com/giveaway2020. Listen for details.This week on Golf Smarter Mulligans #67, our guest is PGA Tour Instructor Dean Thompson, who provides helpful putting tips and is also the inventor of The Perfect Putting MachineHow would you like a free copy of Tony Manzoni’s video “The Lost Fundamental”? All you have to do is write a review for Golf Smarter in Apple Podcasts (or where ever you subscribe to Golf Smarter) and forward your comments to @golfsmarter on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram, or via email to GolfSmarterPodcast@gmail.com.

750: Terry “The Wedge Guy” Koehler returns to talk about his decades long quest to create the greatest wedge ever made that benefits the average recreational player. According to Terry, Chairman and Director of Innovation for Edison Wedges, wedge technology has not kept up with balls, drivers and irons. Hybrids and fairway metals are relatively new categories of clubs. Yet, today’s wedges look exactly like they did in the 1950s, but the demands are greater than ever. https://youtu.be/9eBXdHkX61I Our next giveaway is for a custom fit Edison Wedge of your choice courtesy of Terry and EdisonWedges.com. Deadline to enter is Sunday, August 9, 2020 at Midnight PDT/3a EDT. Enter at GolfSmarter.com/giveaway2020. Listen for details.Congratulations to Chris Goble of Elkhorn, NE, winner of a dozen Eagle quality, premium used balls of his choice courtesy of TwoGuysWithGolfBalls.com.This week on Golf Smarter Mulligans #66, we offer a rare combination of compelling teacher who also boasts a great story. Christopher Smith set a Speed Golf record in 2005 that he still holds today. He shot 65 in 44 minutes with only 6 clubs! Chris is featured in what was originally episode 154 called “Pick Up The Pace to Pick Up Your Game”How would you like a free copy of Tony Manzoni’s video “The Lost Fundamental”? All you have to do is write a review for Golf Smarter in Apple Podcasts (or where ever you subscribe to Golf Smarter) and forward your comments to @golfsmarter on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram, or via email to GolfSmarterPodcast@gmail.com.As this week is the opening of the 2020 MLB season, it’s also the start of the fourth season of the Radio Baseball Cards podcast. If you’re a fan of baseball, history, and great stories, you’ll love Radio Baseball Cards. Originally a radio pre-game show in 1987, these 2 minute episodes hosted by Hall of Fame Pitcher Don Drysdale feature the greatest players of the 20th Century sharing moments of their lives in and around the game. We kick off 2020 with Don Baylor talking about the pressure he faced in the 1960s as the first black student in a Texas all-white Jr. High School.