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Episode Description:
In this episode of The Golf Intervention, we dive deep into one of the most overlooked parts of your game—the golf ball. From price and performance to the all-important “feel,” we break down how to match the right ball to your skill level—whether you’re a Level 1 beginner, a Level 2 developing player, or a Level 3 advanced golfer. You’ll leave knowing exactly what’s worth your money, what actually improves your scoring potential, and how to avoid getting swayed by marketing hype.

Then, stick around for a story you won’t forget—the wildest golf lesson I’ve ever given.  There is a huge take away which will help your performance!

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why your golf ball matters more than you think
• Should you play the same ball all the time?
• Price: How to balance budget with benefits
• Performance: How spin, distance, and control vary between balls
• Feel: Why matching the ball’s feel to your skill level (1, 2, or 3) can improve your game
• How technology and data can guide you to the perfect match
• The most outrageous (and educational) lesson I’ve ever taught

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In this episode of The Golf Intervention, we sit down with Dr. Andy Royalty from The Royal Treatment Physical Therapy in Midlothian, Virginia to explore a topic every golfer needs to understand: pain and its impact on performance.

We break down why ignoring pain or “toughing it out” on the course is not only unwise—but often the very thing that holds players back from real improvement.

Dr. Royalty shares clinical insights and practical advice on:

• Why you can’t ignore pain and pretend it won’t affect your swing or results
• The two primary types of pain (acute vs. chronic) and how they’re best treated
• The leading causes of back and elbow pain in golfers—and how to prevent them
• What treatment paths can actually get you out of pain and back to better performance
• Whether or not you should continue playing through injury or after a planned surgery

If you’re a golfer trying to balance the love of the game with the limits of your body, this conversation will give you clarity, direction, and hope.

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• Learn more about Dr. Andy Royalty and The Royal Treatment PT: https://www.theroyaltreatmentpt.com
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• Follow us on Instagram: @golfinterventionpod

🎧 Listen now and take your first step toward a pain-free, high-performing golf game.

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In this episode of The Golf Intervention, we take a sledgehammer to some of the most persistent myths in golf improvement. From obsessing over perfect swing positions to blindly hitting thousands of range balls, we break down what actually works—and what’s just noise. If you've ever been told you need to "get worse before you get better," this episode is your wake-up call.

We also expose other common misconceptions like:
 ❌ Watching the club hit the ball—why this cue may be destroying your contact
 💸 Spending outrageous money on aftermarket shafts and gear with little to no performance gain
 🔁 The dangerous myth of needing to go backwards before progress happens
 📈 Why real improvement is often simpler and smarter than you think

We discuss how to separate feel-good advice from fact-based strategies, and what to focus on if you want to actually lower your scores without overhauling your swing or emptying your wallet.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why you don’t need a perfect swing to shoot lower scores
• Smarter alternatives to endless range sessions
• How to improve your game without expensive equipment upgrades
• The truth about “watching the ball” and why it might be sabotaging your consistency
• How to identify and avoid common golf improvement traps

🔗 Links & Resources:

• https://thegolfintervention.substack.com/

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In this episode of The Golf Intervention, we dive deep into how to know where you currently stand in your golf journey—and how that knowledge shapes your path to improvement. Whether you're a high handicapper or a competitive player, understanding your current skill level helps you filter out the noise and focus only on what truly matters for your game.

Next, we reveal a game-changing finger technique to visualize and aim your shot dispersion pattern. This simple but powerful method can help you build a more confident, consistent strategy for every shot—and eliminate costly errors on the course.

Finally, we share real stories and insights from our own lessons, offering relatable experiences and breakthroughs you can apply to your own golf practice and play.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

✅ How to assess your current stage in the game and what to work on next
 ✅ A revolutionary finger-based method for targeting your shot pattern
 ✅ Real lesson takeaways from players just like you
 ✅ Why understanding your miss pattern leads to lower scores
 ✅ What most players focus on too soon—and how to avoid that trap

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Episode Summary:
Scottie Scheffler is dominating professional golf right now — but why? In this episode of The Golf Intervention, we break down the key elements that make Scheffler’s game so effective, from his elite ball-striking and consistent process to his often-overlooked mental game. More importantly, we connect the dots between what he does at the top of the sport and what you can do as an amateur golfer to get better. Whether it’s how he handles pressure, his putting turnaround, or how he builds a repeatable swing that holds up under fire, there are valuable lessons here for golfers at every level.

Tune in if you want to understand what greatness looks like — and how to bring a piece of it to your weekend round.

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In this episode of The Golf Intervention, Eric and Rob dive into one of the hottest topics in gear right now: the new wave of minidrivers. What are they? Who are they for? And do you actually need one in your bag? We answer listener-submitted questions and break down the performance, design, and strategy behind minidrivers from Titleist, TaylorMade, and Callaway.  

Whether you're a competitive player, a weekend warrior, or just a gear junkie, this episode will help you understand if a minidriver can actually make a difference in your game—or if it's just hype.

In This Episode:

• 🛠 What exactly is a minidriver?
• 📏 How it compares to your 3-wood and driver
• 🎯 Who benefits most from using one
• 🧠 How it fits into modern scoring strategy
• 🧪 The data and testing we’ve seen so far

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🏌️ Episode Summary:
In this episode of The Golf Intervention Podcast, we dive into the most common misconceptions we see from students every day—ideas that are so widespread, they've become part of the "golf gospel" even though they often do more harm than good. From swing speed myths to confusion over grip pressure and the steep vs. shallow debate, we’re clearing the air so you can start making real progress.

💡 Key Takeaway:
Many golfers are chasing fixes for problems they don’t actually have.  This episode is all about challenging assumptions, replacing myths with clarity, and helping you better understand your own swing.

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In this episode of The Golf Intervention, we ride the wave of Masters-induced motivation and ask the big question: How bad do you really want it?

The Masters always sparks that itch to get better, but what separates the golfers who actually improve from those who just ride the high for a few days? We dig into the keys to making real progress this year—turning that spark of motivation into long-term discipline, learning how to allocate your time, energy, and money in smart ways, and filtering out the noise from social media that derails so many players.

If you’re serious about getting better this season, this one’s for you.

Topics Covered:

🔥 Can you turn short-term motivation into lasting discipline?
 🧠 The mindset shift needed to stop chasing and start improving
 📊 How to invest your time, energy, and money to actually get results
 🚫 Ignoring the endless stream of bad advice on social media
 ⛳ What it really takes to build a better game this year

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In this episode of The Golf Intervention, we kick things off with a quick fantasy football check-in before diving into some of the worst swing advice floating around social media. We break down why constantly changing your swing based on social media trends will hamper your development.

We focus on what golfers should work on first (everything besides the swing).  

We also dig into the mindset challenges that hold players back—whether it’s frustration on the course, unrealistic expectations, or mental hurdles that stop progress. Plus, we explore practical ways to build a process-driven approach to improvement instead of chasing quick fixes.

🔊 Tune in now and take the next step in your golf journey!

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Episode Summary

In this episode of The Golf Intervention, we break down the three elements of the golf swing—time, energy, and geometry. While many golfers are obsessed with geometry and, more recently, speed, we discuss why that’s only part of the equation. We also dive into the history of swing models, teaching theories over the years, and why changing your swing isn’t something to take lightly. If you’ve ever wondered whether you should tweak your mechanics or chase the latest swing trend, this episode is for you.

What We Cover in This Episode:

✔️ The three key elements of the golf swing: time, energy, and geometry
✔️ Why golfers are overly focused on geometry and speed—and the potential pitfalls
✔️ A look at the history of swing models and teaching philosophies
✔️ How to approach swing changes wisely to avoid setbacks
✔️ The story of Rob Failes being blocked on Twitter by Brandel Chamblee

✔️ The real factors that lead to long-term improvement

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