On the Mark Golf Podcast

A rising star in the Golf Instruction industry, Nathalie Sheehan has an easy way of explaining and teaching golf-swing and game improvement concepts.  Based at The Pelican Club in Tampa, Florida, a Golf Digest Best Young Teacher and hosts a Game Improvement show on The Golf Channel. She joins #OntheMark to talk about the value of good drills to learn and improve golf-swings.  She demonstrates (on YouTube - Mark Immelman's page) and explains the following drills and how they work: The Waist to Waist Drill - to control clubhead speed The Wrist Hinge and Re-hinge Drill - to release the golf-club and hit square shots The Slo-Mo Wedge Play Drill - to improve Wedge play and distance control The Better Backswing Drill - to improve the alignment and pivot of the backswing, and The Ball Between the Feet Drill - to stabilize and power up the golf-swing. Nathalie helps you to become your own coach and straighten your shots with the help of these simple drills.  You can watch how she does them in you go to  Mark Immelman's YouTube page - search and subscribe to Mark Immelman. Podcast brought to you in part by Svnovus.

Tom Stickney, a Golf Magazine Top 100 Teacher and biomechanics specialist, shares his expertise on merging old-school golf techniques with modern swing improvements. He dives into classics like the X-Factor and the 'Magic' Right Elbow Move, revealing their continued relevance. Tom emphasizes the importance of fundamental principles, discusses swing 'Danger Zones,' and suggests a playful mindset for shot-making success. With insights drawn from nearly 30 years of teaching, listeners gain unique perspectives on both traditional and contemporary golf instruction.

Dr. Izzy Justice, a neuroscience expert and author of 'Your Brain Swings Every Club - Chasing 10Hz,' shares insights on achieving mental clarity while golfing. He discusses how over-stimulation affects golfers' focus and introduces his 'Red, Yellow and Green Scale' for measuring brain spikes. Izzy explains the importance of the 10Hz frequency for peak performance and offers practical neurohacks for calming the mind. The conversation dives into the mental challenges posed by technology and the impact of live scoring on young athletes' mental health.

"Fast" Eddie Fernandes is an American golf professional and 3X World Long Drive Champion known for his incredible swing speed. In this engaging discussion, Eddie shares key techniques for maximizing drive distance, including creating an effective pivot and mastering footwork for better acceleration. He emphasizes the importance of center contact and anticipatory muscle reaction. Listeners will also learn about the impact of proper equipment and mindset for success on the tee, along with fascinating personal anecdotes from his impressive career.

Dana Dahlquist, a Golf Magazine Top 100 Teacher and a Golf Digest Top 50 Instructor, shares his expertise on creating functional and repeatable golf swings. He debunks common myths about hitting down and dynamic loft, emphasizing the importance of technique over appearance. Dana highlights the necessity of realistic game improvement timelines, using legends like Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods as examples. With insights from his work with Bryson DeChambeau, he advocates for finding the shot that works best rather than just making good-looking swings.

Henri Johnson, Inventor and CEO of FlightScope Golf, shares his expertise in golf technology and performance measurement. He breaks down the science of ballistics and the crucial elements affecting golf ball performance. Johnson delves into interpreting launch monitor data for optimizing game improvement and maximizing equipment compatibility. He also discusses the innovative FS I4 Rangefinder, highlighting its Smart-Gapping Technology for precise club selection. Listeners gain valuable insights into enhancing their swing and overall golf game through data-driven decisions.

Matt Baker, a PGA golf professional and CEO of Matt Baker Golf Ltd, shares his expertise in simplifying golf swings for players of all levels. He introduces the M-System, highlighting key elements like Compression, Body Motion, and productive practice techniques. Discussing parallels between golf and other sports, he reveals how familiar movements can enhance swing efficiency. Baker emphasizes the importance of proper grip and wrist positioning, while sharing insights on building a personal connection within the coaching community.

Dan Landman, founder of Spoiler Golf and inventor of the Spoiler OG Putter, discusses innovative techniques for achieving a pure roll in putting. He explains how using a wedge can inform the design of putters, emphasizing the importance of the Leading Edge technology for accuracy and distance control. Dan also shares insights on mitigating the yips and enhancing focus when on the greens, while illustrating how instant feedback from the Spoiler Putter supports purpose-driven learning for golfers.

Chuck Quinton is a respected golf instructor and the founder of "The Rotary Swing" golf swing learning system - a system that is based on human anatomy, physics, golf swing mechanics and how the brain learns new motor movement patterns. Chuck operates the Rotary Swing Academy in Orlando Florida, is active on YouTube and has also authored three golf instruction books.  He joins Mark Immelman to discuss his Rotary Swing approach to instruction and also share his GOAT Code to striking the golf ball more powerfully and consistently. The GOAT Code is based off Quinton's exhaustive research on Tiger Woods' golf swing and what it feels like to swing like Tiger Woods.  As Quinton dives into the approach to better Woods-like golf swings he talks about 4 elements - Consistency, Control, Compression and Confidence. He also elaborates on the following game improvement topics: The big picture golf swing idea for better ballstriking Efficient power production The "Goat" delivery position Learning good clubface control with the trail-hand Golf and Baseball swing similarities Repetition for long-term success, and A Balance Drill for productive golf-swing practice. Chuck also demonstrates a number of swing positions and moves so it is worthwhile to watch this podcast on YouTube once you have listened to it.  Search and subscribe to Mark Immelman on YouTube to find this podcast and more.

Dylan Naidoo is a South African Professional golfer and the winner of the 2025 South African Open at The Durban Country Club. A former NCAA College golfer at the University of Arkansas, Dylan plays on The DP World Tour and the South African Sunshine Tour.  He joins #OntheMark to share lessons learned from his life in golf culminating with the career highlight of winning his National Open Championship. Dylan and Mark Immelman revist the 2025 SA Open victory and Dylan takes you inside the ropes, and inside his emotions as he elaborates on the tournament, his play, the emotions and the nerves he felt, and how he navigated the challenges en route to the win. He also talks about his approach to game improvement and technique and shares insights on various topics including: Playing "carefree golf" A positive mindset during the struggles Learning from career lows "Ball-flight" golf instruction Making small game tweaks in contrast to big overhauls for improvement How he hits and shapes shots Having a "go-to shot" under pressure The value of being a student of the short game Using statistics for success, and Mental clarity on and off the course. This podcast is also available as a vodcast.  To watch go to YouTube and Subscribe to Mark Immelman.