

golf SMARTER
Fred Greene
A caddy for your brain! The Golf Smarter podcast has been offering sage advice with a sprinkle of humor since 2005 to help you outsmart the course and maybe even your playing partners. Host Fred Greene swings into action with a guest list that reads like a who's who of golf gurus. From PGA professionals, mental coaches, to fitness experts and other experts, each week they cover everything except how to drive the beverage cart. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting to yell "Fore!", this show is your tee time for a smarter approach to more fairways and greens. So tune in, tee up, and prepare to Golf Smarter, not harder!
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Apr 21, 2020 • 41min
Controlling Your Frustration During a Bad Round of Golf with our "Yoda of Yips" Jim Waldron
737: Jim Waldron of BalancePointGolf.com returns to share his deeps insights and teaching about the yips and better ball striking. We call him our "Yoda of Yips" because he's specialized in helping golfers with the Yips for decades. Beyond that he's an incredibly gifted teacher. WIN A PAIR OF SQAIRZ, including a shoe bag, hat, and custom SQAIRZ socks! We've just added a new CLAW Golf Glove from CaddyDaddy.com to the winner's package! Deadline to win these shoes is Sunday, April 26 at Midnight PDT/3a EDT. Enter at GolfSmarter.com/giveaway2020. Listen for details. Get 15% off the CLAW glove with "golfsmarter" at CaddyDaddygolf.com. Get $10 off a new pair of SQAIRZ shoes with code "golfsmarter10" at sqairz.comThis episode of Golf Smarter is brought to you by CryoFreeze Pain Relief Roll-on. If you’re looking to relieve your muscle and joint pain within 15 minutes and need a natural, yet powerful solution that is tested & works, try CryoFreeze Pain Relief Roll-On.Go to omaxhealth.com and enter code GOLFSMARTER to get 20% off CryoFreeze and sitewide! Don’t let muscle soreness continue to be another excuse why you’re not playing well. Go to omaxhealth.com and feel relief faster!This week on Golf Smarter Mulligans we hear from Colin Cromack on Target Oriented Golf. This is one that host Fred Greene has been using with lots of success ever since this discussion from 2008. Y’know that a lot of golf instruction never goes out of date, which is why these older episodes of Golf Smarter are still valid today.If you have a question about whether or not Fred is using any of the methods, equipment or apps we’ve discussed, or if you’d like to share a comment about what you’ve heard in this or any other episode, please write because Fred will get back to you. Either write to golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com or click on the Hey Fred button, at golfsmarter.com

Apr 14, 2020 • 42min
New Equipment for Your Feet! SQAIRZ Golf Shoes Give You Distance, Accuracy, Balance, Stability, & Comfort!
736: Every great shot starts at your feet. Golf industry veteran and serial entrepreneur Bob Winskowicz is founder of SQAIRZ golf shoes and this week’s guest. SQAIRZ are engineered around a widen toe that allows feet to sit naturally. But there’s a lot more behind the intricate details of SQAIRZ, all they way down to the laces. The point is that more than 95% of all swing flaws are traceable to a poor setup. SQAIRZ helps setup, accuracy, distance, stability, and balance. AND THEY’RE COMFORTABLE!! Bob shares an exclusive discount code ‘golfsmarter10’ for $10 off for podcast listeners. Learn more at SQAIRZ.com.Just before California shut golf down due to the Coronavirus, host Fred Greene and his buddy Neal went out to play at Eagle Vines GC in Napa Valley, CA. Fred offers a review and view of his SQAIRZ shoes. Watch it on GolfSmarterTV at https://youtu.be/ZefWMjsZ6PUWIN A PAIR OF SQAIRZ, including a shoe bag, hat, and custom SQAIRZ socks! Deadline to win these shoes is Sunday, April 25 at Midnight PDT/3a EDT. Enter at GolfSmarter.com/giveaway2020. Listen for details.Congratulations to Jamil M of Austin, TX. He’s the winner of a new, customized Seemore putter from Seemore.com. This week on Golf Smarter Mulligans, we meet a former David Leadbetter Apprentice who opened a teaching studio in the heart of San Francisco’s financial district. A unique approach of bringing the game to all those golfers who may be able to spend an hour during the workday to get a great lesson, but not enough time to drive to a course/range to take a lesson. Golf Smarter Mulligans is brought to you by TwoGuysWithGolfBalls.com for the best in premium used golf balls.If you have a question about whether or not Fred is using any of the methods, equipment or apps we’ve discussed, or if you’d like to share a comment about what you’ve heard in this or any other episode, please write because Fred will get back to you. Either write to golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com or click on the Hey Fred button, at golfsmarter.com

Apr 7, 2020 • 46min
The Consistent Golf Summit: 3 Days of Free Online Golf Instruction from 20+ World Class Coaches
735: No Masters in April this year, so want to introduce you to the next best thing! Bo Watson is an excellent golf instructor who’s dedicated to helping amateur golfers get better. Besides the Watson School of Golf, he’s created a school with one of my all-time favorite names: “School of Lifetime Low Rounds”. But the exciting news is that from April 14-16, he’s presenting a can’t miss program that couldn’t be timed better. The Consistent Golf Summit is a free online teaching summit with 16 impressive instructors. It’s free to watch live online, but if you want to get the most out of the presentation, he’s offering an ALL ACCESS PASS that includes the recordings of every teacher’s presentation, companion materials, slide decks and bonuses. The ALL ACCESS PASS can be purchased for $197 before the Summit; $247 during the Summit; and $299 after the Summit. But even if you wait, it’s a great deal for this much expert advice. Click here for more on the Consistent Golf Summit.WIN A SEEMORE PUTTER!!! We’re back with regular prize giveaways that will run through the end of 2020! The first prize to be given out will be a custom built Seemore putter from the great folks at seemore.com. Registration is now open at GolfSmarter.com/giveaway2020. Deadline for entry is Sunday, April 12 at Midnight PDT/3a EDT.This week on Golf Smarter Mulligans, Jennifer Munro discusses the four different personalities you’ll find on the golf course, how to identify who you are, and learn which is best for you to partner with when playing.This episode of Golf Smarter is brought to you by CryoFreeze Pain Relief Roll-on. If you’re looking to relieve your muscle and joint pain within 15 minutes and need a natural, yet powerful solution that is tested & works, try CryoFreeze Pain Relief Roll-On.Go to omaxhealth.com and enter code GOLFSMARTER to get 20% off CryoFreeze and sitewide! Don’t let muscle soreness continue to be another excuse why you’re not playing well. Go to omaxhealth.com and feel relief faster!If you have a question about whether or not Fred is using any of the methods, equipment or apps we’ve discussed, or if you’d like to share a comment about what you’ve heard in this or any other episode, please write because Fred will get back to you. Either write to golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com or click on the Hey Fred button, at golfsmarter.com

Mar 31, 2020 • 39min
Keeping Your Body Golf Ready When You Can’t Leave the House featuring Thomas Malchow
734: Not being able to play golf when Spring arrives is torturous for us. What can we do to pick it up where we left off once the pandemic has passed? Our guest this week is Thomas Malchow of trainfuly.com who provides us with insights on how to keep our body golf ready as we wait for the green light to play again. The key is be mindful of our posture, but there’s more. If you’re also looking for a comprehensive golf fitness training program that doesn’t require equipment, and that Thomas has used with professional golfers, he’s got a special offer for GOLF SMARTER listeners. Get 50% off the already discounted price on this three month training program at trainfuly.com, and use ‘golfsmarter’ at checkout.WIN A SEEMORE PUTTER!!! We’re back with regular prize giveaways that will run through the end of 2020! The first prize to be given out will be a custom built Seemore putter from the great folks at seemore.com. Registration is now open at GolfSmarter.com/giveaway2020. Deadline for entry is Sunday, April 12 at Midnight PDT/3a EDT. The conclusion of our 9 episode March of Manzoni can be heard on #50 of Golf Smarter Mulligans. Mulligans is brought to you by TwoGuysWithGolfBalls.com. Tony’s book “The Lost Fundamental: One Simple Move. Better Golf Forever.” is available once again in either paperback or kindle formats. Find it at https://www.amazon.com/Lost-Fundamental-Simple-Better-Forever-ebook/dp/B07MZFSPBW/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=tony+manzoni&qid=1583280371&sr=8-1. The Lost Fundamental video is also available online! If you’re interested, please send your request to host Fred Greene at golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com Next week we’ll meet PGA Instructor Bo Watson to hear all about his online Consistent Golf Summit in April featuring 16 instructors over 3 days of instruction.If you have a question about whether or not Fred is using any of the methods, equipment or apps we’ve discussed, or if you’d like to share a comment about what you’ve heard in this or any other episode, please write because Fred will get back to you. Either write to golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com or click on the Hey Fred button, at golfsmarter.com

Mar 24, 2020 • 38min
Taking Your Golf Game to the Next Level - One Club at a Time (pt2 of 3) with Tony Manzoni (RIP)
733: In our final week of honoring the memory of Tony Manzoni (RIP) on Golf Smarter, we split an episode from late 2015 up into three parts. Last week on Mulligans #48 was part 1 of this conversation that lasted a couple episodes. In this conversation we get into the various clubs, what you can do to improve your success, and what you can expect from each club in your bag. And as usual, Tony has incredible stories about Ben Hogan, whom Tony studied at length. The conclusion of this episode can be heard on #49 of Golf Smarter Mulligans. Make sure to order hand inspected, sanitized, premium used golf balls from TwoGuysWithGolfBalls.com before April 1, 2020 using "golfsmarter" at checkout for 20% any order over $49. Next week to cope with being on lockdown during the pandemic, we’ll bring back Thomas Malchow to talk about how to keep your body in golf shape while being at home.If you have a question about whether or not Fred is using any of the methods, equipment or apps we’ve discussed, or if you’d like to share a comment about what you’ve heard in this or any other episode, please write because Fred will get back to you. Either write to golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com or click on the Hey Fred button, at golfsmarter.com

Mar 18, 2020 • 34min
Putting. Ben Hogan's Yips. Getting Fitted for Clubs. Frank Sinatra & the Palm Springs Elite. Talking Golf with Tony Manzoni
732: In our third week of honoring the memory of Tony Manzoni (RIP) we split an episode from late 2015 up into two parts. This time you'll understand why Tony is so lovable as he shares stories of teaching Frank Sinatra, watching Ben Hogan play, the importance of getting fitted for clubs, and consistency is near impossible to attain. Part 2 of this episode can be heard on #48 of Golf Smarter Mulligans. It's actually the first of three episodes we'll do over this and next week on the topic of Taking Your Game to the Next Level: One Club at a Time. My playing partner, Neal, has posted this commentary in LinkedIn after our last round about playing 18 during the current pandemic crisis. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/golf-time-coronavirus-neal-polachek/?trackingId=WBuHxJuoSL2zLvU5SgrWnQ%3D%3DMake sure to order hand inspected, sanitized, premium used golf balls from TwoGuysWithGolfBalls.com before April 1, 2020 using "golfsmarter" at checkout for 20% any order over $49.If you have a question about whether or not Fred is using any of the methods, equipment or apps we’ve discussed, or if you’d like to share a comment about what you’ve heard in this or any other episode, please write because Fred will get back to you. Either write to golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com or click on the Hey Fred button, at golfsmarter.com

Mar 10, 2020 • 40min
Ben Hogan's Secret Letter Discovered with Tony Manzoni (RIP)
438: As we continue our March with Manzoni, we remember the incredible teachings of the late Tony Manzoni, one of the most sought after coaches on the GolfSmarter podcast as he shares his life long pursuit of Ben Hogan’s golf swing secret. Years ago Tony received a letter written in Hogan’s hand that explains his secret to becoming a great ball striker. Tony taught thousands of students and coached the College Of The Desert golf team to 28 Conference Championships in 29 years before he passed away in 2018 at 82. “The Lost Fundamental” is now available in paperback or Kindle format at https://www.amazon.com/Lost-Fundamental-Simple-Better-Forever-ebook/dp/B07MZFSPBW/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=tony+manzoni&qid=1583280371&sr=8-1 . The DVD is no longer available but if you’d like exclusive access to the video online, please send an email request GolfSmarterPodcast@gmail.com. This is Part 1 of an hour long conversation with Tony. Part 2 picks up right where this leaves off on episode #47 of Golf Smarter Mulligans. Golf Smarter Mulligans is usually published on Fridays, but as we dedicate this month to Tony’s instruction, we’ll publish both Golf Smarter and Golf Smarter Mulligans on Tuesdays. Subscribe for free to both Golf Smarter and Golf Smarter Mulligans wherever you find your favorite podcasts. Don’t miss this amazing offer from our friends at TwoGuysWithGolfBalls.com. Our usual ‘golfsmarter’ at checkout discount is 10%. But if you spend a minimum of $49, you’ll get 20% off any order before April 1, 2020 with the checkout code “golfsmarter”.This episode is brought to you by CryoFreeze Pain Relief Roll-on. if you’re looking to relieve your muscle and joint pain within 15 minutes and need a natural, yet powerful solution that is tested & works, try CryoFreeze Pain Relief Roll-On.Go to O-M-A-X health.com and enter code GOLFSMARTER to get 20% off CryoFreeze and sitewide! Don’t let muscle soreness continue to be another excuse why you’re not playing well. Go to omaxhealth dot.com and feel relief faster!If you have a question about whether or not Fred is using any of the methods, equipment or apps we’ve discussed, or if you’d like to share a comment about what you’ve heard in this or any other episode, please write because Fred will get back to you. Either write to golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com or click on the Hey Fred button, at golfsmarter.com

Mar 4, 2020 • 40min
A March with Manzoni: The Single Pivot Swing in Detail pt1 with Tony Manzoni (RIP)
730: To kick off the start of the golf season, we dedicate March to the legacy and instruction of Tony Manzoni whom we lost to cancer in October 2018 at the age of 82. Tony’s appearances, book and DVD “The Lost Fundamental: One Simple Move. Better Golf Forever.” generated more excitement from Golf Martyrs worldwide than any other teacher featured. If you’ve not heard Tony before, be prepared for some binge listening this month. If you’re familiar with his method, then let this act as a refresher for a new season of great golf. “The Lost Fundamental” is now available in paperback or Kindle format at https://www.amazon.com/Lost-Fundamental-Simple-Better-Forever-ebook/dp/B07MZFSPBW/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=tony+manzoni&qid=1583280371&sr=8-1 . The DVD is no longer available but if you’d like exclusive access to the video online, please send an email request GolfSmarterPodcast@gmail.com. This is Part 1 of an hour long conversation with Tony. Part 2 picks up right where this leaves off on episode #46 of Golf Smarter Mulligans. Golf Smarter Mulligans is usually published on Fridays, but as we dedicate this month to Tony’s instruction, we’ll publish both Golf Smarter and Golf Smarter Mulligans on Tuesdays. Subscribe for free to both Golf Smarter and Golf Smarter Mulligans wherever you find your favorite podcasts. Don’t miss this amazing offer from our friends at TwoGuysWithGolfBalls.com. Our usual ‘golfsmarter’ at checkout discount is 10%. But if you spend a minimum of $49, you’ll get 20% off any order before April 1, 2020 with the checkout code “golfsmarter”. You know you’re going to loose balls this year, so don’t waste money where you don’t have to! Choose the Eagle premium quality used balls, which are just as good as brand new balls, but sell for half the price of new ones. Consider this: purchase 4 dozen Titleist ProV1 with the ‘golfsmarter’ discount for under $80. Anywhere else you’d pay $192 for basically the same balls!!!! What’s the discussion?!If you have a question about whether or not Fred is using any of the methods, equipment or apps we’ve discussed, or if you’d like to share a comment about what you’ve heard in this or any other episode, please write because Fred will get back to you. Either write to golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com or click on the Hey Fred button, at golfsmarter.com

Feb 25, 2020 • 39min
You Will NEVER Leave Your Best Shots On the Range featuring Josh Zander.
729: Josh Zander makes a return visit to discuss the difference between warming up and practicing. To often we’ll hear someone on the driving range say that they don’t want to hit to many balls because they don’t want to waste their best shots before the round. RUBBISH! Besides being a great teacher, Josh is a Class A PGA Teaching Professional at Stanford University Golf Course and a member of the Golf Digest Magazine Pro Panel. He’s a two time Northern California PGA Teacher of the Year, and was voted Top100 Teacher of the Year by Golf Magazine. Learn more about Josh and his teaching philosophy at zandergolf.comThis week on Golf Smarter Mulligans #45 titled “Quickest Way to Lower Scores is to Sink More Putts!” we feature Bob Montello, a professional Tour coach with more than 5 decades of PGA instruction. More relevant to our conversation is that he’s a putting specialist! This is a valuable and entertaining replay of episode 111 originally published in January 2008. Golf Smarter Mulligans is published each Friday. Subscribe to Golf Smarter Mulligans for free wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts or at YouTube.com/GolfSmarterTV.Golf Smarter Mulligans is brought to you by TwoGuysWithGolfBalls.com where you can buy premium used golf balls, with little to no discernible difference, and at a fraction of the cost of new balls. Use “golfsmarter” at checkout to get an additional 10% off every order, every time! Some restrictions apply.If you have a question about whether or not Fred is using any of the methods, equipment or apps we’ve discussed, or if you’d like to share a comment about what you’ve heard in this or any other episode, please write because Fred will get back to you. Either write to golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com or click on the Hey Fred button, at golfsmarter.com

Feb 18, 2020 • 28min
Pt2 Inside the Ropes with PGA Tour Pros on Success, Failure, and Their Mental Game
728: Cary Valentine returns in part 2 featuring interviews with Kevin Tway, James Hahn, and Xander Schauffele from the 2020 Hawaii PGA Tour events talking about being in the zone, falling out of the zone, struggling with their mental game, and more. Cary is a mental game coach, author and motivational speaker. Find out more on his methods and insights at championyourinnergame.comThis week on Golf Smarter Mulligans, published each Friday, we go just outside the realm of instruction with one of Fred’s top 5 episodes of all time. Our guest is author Mark Frost on his book “The Match: The Day The Game of Golf Changed Forever”. This book is an amazingly true story of a single round match in Monterey CA in 1956 pitting Ben Hogan and Byron Nelson against amateurs Harvie Ward and Ken Venturi. Subscribe to Golf Smarter Mulligans for free wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts or at YouTube.com/GolfSmarterTV.Golf Smarter Mulligans is brought to you by TwoGuysWithGolfBalls.com where you can buy premium used golf balls, with little to no discernible difference, and at a fraction of the cost of new balls. Use “golfsmarter” at checkout to get an additional 10% off every order, every time! Some restrictions apply.If you have a question about whether or not Fred is using any of the methods, equipment or apps we’ve discussed, or if you’d like to share a comment about what you’ve heard in this or any other episode, please write because Fred will get back to you. Either write to golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com or click on the Hey Fred button, at golfsmarter.com


