

Golf IQ
Golf Digest
Become a smarter golfer — faster.
Golf IQ is a 3x weekly podcast from Golf Digest. Our goal is simple: To help you understand the game, and become a better golfer because of it.
Episode Schedule:
Monday and Friday: Golf Digest’s Game Improvement Editor Luke Kerr-Dineen delivers bite-sized insights about the golf swing and course strategy.
Wednesday: Golf Digest’s Managing Editor for Equipment Jonathan Wall dives deep into the latest equipment news, and how the new tech can help you.
Golf IQ is a 3x weekly podcast from Golf Digest. Our goal is simple: To help you understand the game, and become a better golfer because of it.
Episode Schedule:
Monday and Friday: Golf Digest’s Game Improvement Editor Luke Kerr-Dineen delivers bite-sized insights about the golf swing and course strategy.
Wednesday: Golf Digest’s Managing Editor for Equipment Jonathan Wall dives deep into the latest equipment news, and how the new tech can help you.
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Sep 8, 2025 • 12min
Boring things pros do that work (Part 1)
Professional golfers emphasize the importance of mastering fundamental skills over seeking quick fixes. They rely on simple techniques like chalk lines and alignment sticks to achieve significant improvements. The podcast highlights essential yet often overlooked practices, such as maintaining mental clarity and committing to daily fitness. Insights from coaches reveal the value of self-reflection and disciplined practice, serving as reminders that patience and consistency lead to true success on the course.

9 snips
Aug 29, 2025 • 14min
Playing from the forward tees—an experiment
The hosts dive into the surprising challenges of playing from the forward tees, revealing how it can expose your game's weaknesses. They share emotional highs and lows while chasing birdies, along with the importance of strategy and short game skills. Personal anecdotes highlight the critical nature of shot selection and managing expectations. Listeners will discover practical drills to enhance their performance, especially for younger players, making the game more enjoyable and rewarding.

Aug 27, 2025 • 46min
What's the deal with hollow-body irons?
The hosts dive into the world of hollow-body irons, highlighting their performance benefits and appeal across skill levels. Tommy Fleetwood's unique gear choices take center stage, showcasing how personalized equipment can impact player performance. They also reflect on the significance of first-time wins in golf, while discussing the roles of social media and sponsorship in elevating athletes. Additionally, they tackle the complexities of the Tour Championship and the evolving dynamics of golf equipment sales.

Aug 20, 2025 • 1h 2min
Comparing the last two Titleist T-Series iron families
Explore the struggles of juggling golf gear with personal chaos, like the hilarity of horse ownership. Delve into Texas's golf scene amidst mild weather and caddy shifts impacting player success. Discover the evolution of Titleist T-Series irons, comparing the 2023 and 2025 models while debating their impact on golfers. Enjoy humorous tales of generosity in the golf community and the complex history of Nike's retreat from hard goods in the golf market, revealing the quirky intersections of sports and lifestyle.

Aug 13, 2025 • 50min
The worst gear signings ever
JWall and Uncle Gene discuss some of the most peculiar and worst gear signings on the PGA Tour. Plus, the dynamic duo goes back and forth on how players' perceptions on gear differs, regardless of skill level. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

14 snips
Aug 8, 2025 • 11min
How to change your golf swing—quickly (Part 4)
Dr. Luke Benoit, a golf coach and the creator of the Butter Blade training aid, shares insights into rapidly improving your golf swing. He emphasizes the importance of mindset, suggesting golfers rely on instinct instead of mechanics while playing. Benoit delves into the neuroscience behind swing improvements, advocating for visualization techniques and simple, external cues. He also discusses mastering the mental game, promoting strategies to reduce cognitive load, enabling golfers to seamlessly translate practice into effective performance on the course.

Aug 6, 2025 • 46min
Are the FedEx Cup Playoffs altering equipment deals?
JWall and Uncle Gene return from a short summer vacation to dish on L.A.B. Golf being sold and the Titleist prototype ball Cameron Young used in his first PGA Tour victory. Plus, is the FedEx Cup Playoff structure to blame for the lack of new equipment deals? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

14 snips
Aug 4, 2025 • 12min
How to change your golf swing—quickly (Part 3)
Dr. Luke Benoit, a doctor specializing in golf swing calibration, shares fascinating insights on improving performance. He contrasts block practice with random practice, revealing how varied training scenarios enhance real-game readiness. Benoit discusses refining swings through cognitive strategies and problem-solving, while also tackling the biases that can affect swing mechanics. He emphasizes adaptability, urging golfers to embrace intentional misses for stronger accuracy and confidence on the course.

33 snips
Aug 1, 2025 • 15min
How to change your golf swing—quickly (Part 2)
Dr. Luke Benoit, a golf performance expert, joins LKD to unveil fast and effective methods for overhauling your golf swing. He introduces a unique seven-step approach using the Parallax app for instant visual feedback. Discover how slow-motion techniques and tools like shoulder clubs refine pivot mechanics, ensuring consistency. Benoit delves into the crucial balance between skill practice and real-game execution, emphasizing structured methods and cognitive strategies to elevate your game with rapid results.

11 snips
Jul 28, 2025 • 14min
How to change your golf swing—quickly (Part 1)
Dr. Luke Benoit, a PhD in motor learning and founder of the Rip Ignite program, shares innovative strategies to transform your golf swing effectively. He discusses the integration of evidence-based methods in golf coaching, emphasizing the mental challenges of swing changes. Learn about the crucial transition from practice swings to real swings, including mastering downswing mechanics and the 'freezer' technique. Benoit also outlines a structured approach to improving your swing over 30 days, making golf swing enhancement accessible to all.