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456: Tony Manzoni, author of The Lost Fundamental, and one of the most requested instructors on Golf Smarter, answers whether we should position our head behind the ball or stand directly upright at address. This is just a taste of our hour long conversation with Tony that covers common swing mechanics issues experienced by most golfers, like hitting behind the ball, alignment, head position and more. Golf Smarter Members will receive this in 2 segments. Part 2 starts with Tony wondering what he would say if Tiger called for advice. Join Golf Smarter for Members Only and get access to every episode in our archives and unedited versions of our long interviews.Here's our new 2 for 1 offer! Get both of these Members Only episodes, unedited so you can hear the entire conversation with Tony all the way though, for only $1.99 at GolfSmarter.comBoth the book and DVD by Tony called The Lost Fundamental are available in our Golfers'Mart at http://GolfSmarter.com. We are the only outlet where you can purchase either or both of these products. The Game Golf (#450 & #451) discount only offered to Golf Smarter Members has been extended to November 1. Get details on how to secure your discount in this week’s Members Only episode. Click on the Game Golf ad at http://GolfSmarter.com to learn how this product will lower your scores, improve your game, and increase your enjoyment like it’s done for Fred!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

456: Tony Manzoni, author of The Lost Fundamental, and one of the most requested instructors on Golf Smarter, joins us for part 1 of an hour long conversation. In this episode we cover common swing mechanics issues experienced by most golfers, like hitting behind the ball, alignment, head position and more. Part 2 starts with Tony wondering what he would say if Tiger called for advice. Both the book and DVD by Tony called The Lost Fundamental are available in our Golfers'Mart at http://GolfSmarter.com. We are the only outlet where you can purchase either or both of these products.The Game Golf (#450 & #451) 10% discount only offered to Golf Smarter Members has been extended to November 1. Use the checkout code “golfsmarter”. You must click on the Game Golf ad at http://GolfSmarter.com to learn how this product will lower your scores, improve your game, and increase your enjoyment like it’s done for Fred!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

455: 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 returns (#353 & #354) to discuss at length his latest book "Draw In The Dunes: The 1969 Ryder Cup and the Finish That Shocked the World". This is less than half of the complete interview with Neil. Get the full episode by joining Golf Smarter for Members Only, or purchase this and other Members Only shows right now for only $1.99 in our Golfers’Mart at http://smarterpodcasts.com/golfsmarter/golfersmart/individual-episodes/This book is now available for purchase or download in our Golfers'Mart at http://smarterpodcasts.com/golfsmarter/golfersmart/featured-books/See a video replay of the "Concession" from the 69 Ryder Cup on our blog.Also in this episode, host Fred Greene talks about his harrowing experience and escape from Hurricane Odile in Los Cabos, Mexico, and his remarkable round of golf upon his return. A news story about his “Odile Ordeal” is also on the blog. If you're thinking about taking advantage of the exclusive discount on a new Game Golf (#450 & #451) only offered to Golf Smarter Members, the discount has been extended to November 1. Get details on how to secure your discount in this week’s Members Only episode. Click on the Game Golf ad at http://GolfSmarter.com to learn how this product will lower your scores, improve your game, and increase your enjoyment like it’s done for Fred!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

455: 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 returns (#353 & #354) to discuss at length his latest book "Draw In The Dunes: The 1969 Ryder Cup and the Finish That Shocked the World". This book is now available for purchase or download in our Golfers'Mart at http://smarterpodcasts.com/golfsmarter/golfersmart/featured-books/See a video replay of the "Concession" from the 69 Ryder Cup on our blog.Also in this episode, host Fred Greene talks about his harrowing experience and escape from Hurricane Odile in Los Cabos, Mexico, and his remarkable round of golf upon his return. A news story about his “Odile Ordeal” is also on the blog.If you're thinking about taking advantage of the exclusive discount on a new Game Golf (#450 & #451) only offered to Golf Smarter Members, the 10% discount has been extended to November 1. Click on the Game Golf ad at http://GolfSmarter.com and use the checkout code "golfsmarter" to secure your discount.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

454: Donald Crawley is the Director of Instruction at The Boulders Golf Academy in Carefree Arizona, just outside of Scottsdale. Since 1996 Donald has been regularly named one of the “Top 100 Teachers in America” by Golf Magazine and was also named “Best Teacher in Arizona” by Golf Digest. He has helped thousands of students with his Golf Simplified method, which made him the perfect instructor to have on Golf Smarter. http://GolfSimplified.comIf 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

454: Donald Crawley is the Director of Instruction at The Boulders Golf Academy in Carefree Arizona, just outside of Scottsdale. Since 1996 Donald has been regularly named one of the “Top 100 Teachers in America” by Golf Magazine and was also named “Best Teacher in Arizona” by Golf Digest. He has helped thousands of students with his Golf Simplified method, which made him the perfect instructor to have on Golf Smarter. http://golfsimplified.comThis is only 15 minutes of our conversation. In the full 50 minute Members Only episode, we also discuss course management, strategy, the basics, Tiger, Bubba, and more. To hear the entire show, either join Golf Smarter for Members Only, or purchase it right now for only $1.99 in our Golfers’Mart at GolfSmarter.comIf 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

453: 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 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 Trainer for 25 years. When he fell in love with golf, he went for his TPI (Titleist Performance Institute) Certification so that he could become a better golfer, and to help others to be in better golf shape.This is only 25 minutes of our conversation. In the full 55 minute Members Only episode, we get into detail on what golfers can do to improve their fitness and stamina. To hear the entire show, either join Golf Smarter for Members Only, or purchase it right now for only $1.99 in our Golfers’Mart at GolfSmarter.comIf 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

453: 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 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 Trainer for 25 years. When he fell in love with golf, he went for his TPI (Titleist Performance Institute) Certification so that he could become a better golfer, and to help others to be in better golf shape.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

452: Fourteen states are struggling from severe drought conditions. Now in it's third year in California, things have become so desperate that courses are starting to close because they cannot maintain playable conditions. General Manager of The Presidio Golf Course in San Francisco, Don Chemeledos joins us to discuss the severity of the drought and the unique ideas he's instituted to make it through this critical period. He also shares players' tips on how to play off of dry, hard pan and areas of the course that have no grass to get your club under.This episode is brought to you by Audible.com. For a free audio book of your choice, open a new account today at http://audiblepodcast.com/golfsmarter.Golf Smarter Members have till Oct 1 to get an additional, exclusive discount on a new GameGolf unit. Prices have just dropped to $199US, but our Members are the only golfers who also get an additional 10% off with the checkout code "golfsmarter". To take advantage of this offer, click on the Game Golf ad on our home page at GolfSmarter.comIf 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

451: John McGuire, CEO of Game Golf, returns for pt2 of our conversation on the hottest tech product in golf today. We discuss details on what you can learn about the best and worst parts of your game from the data collected. As with any data analysis, the real value is when you take the 10,000 foot view and see the big picture of your strengths and weaknesses. John also announces for the first time anywhere a price drop from $249 to $199 for a new Game Golf. If you’re interested in purchasing a GameGolf, please go to GolfSmarter.com and click on their ad on our home page. That will let them know you were referred by this podcast. John also provides an additional exclusive discount to Golf Smarter Members. Due to his contractual obligations with his partners and retail channels, we're not allowed to publicly provide information on what the discount is or how to get it. Please don't publicize that info on the web or he could be in big trouble, and it would definitely jeopardize our relationship.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