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Those Weekend Golf Guys episodes

May 17 Smoltz, Short Game & the Truth About Your Putting
John Smoltz: From the Mound to the Senior Tees
The guys kicked things off talking about John Smoltz’s move into senior golf.
Jeff and Scott broke down how a Hall‑of‑Fame pitcher can suddenly become a legit threat on the Champions Tour — apparently elite hand‑eye coordination doesn’t disappear just because you stop throwing 97 mph.
Why Your Short Game Deserves More Love
Then Jeff went full professor mode, reminding everyone that if you want to score, you’d better learn to putt and chip like you mean it.
Scott chimed in with the painful truth: amateurs spend 90% of their time on the range and 10% on the putting green… when it should probably be the other way around.
PGA Tour Putting Stats: Prepare to Feel Bad
John pulled up some Tour putting numbers, and the room collectively sighed.
Tour pros make everything inside eight feet.
Amateurs?
We think we do… until someone actually measures it.
Jeff hammered home the point:
If you can’t aim your putter, you’re basically guessing.
And most golfers?
They’re guessing.
Why Club Fitting Isn’t Optional
Scott jumped in with a sermon on club fitting — especially putters.
Lie angle, loft, head shape, grip size… all the stuff amateurs ignore but complain about when they miss a four‑footer

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42 min
May 10 Warning: This Episode May Cause Sudden Travel Bookings
This week on Those Weekend Golf Guys, John and Jeff dragged their buddy James Hong away from Harbor Links on Long Island — probably the only place in America where you can lose a golf ball and get a parking ticket at the same time — to talk about golf courses and the vacations we pretend are “family trips.”
We kicked things off with the Top 10 U.S. states for golf, which, shocker, starts with Florida. Because of course it does. If there’s a patch of grass in Florida bigger than a doormat, somebody’s already built a par‑3 on it.
Then we zoomed out to the global leaderboard. The United States leads the world in total golf courses (again, shocking), and Japan comes in second — which blows people’s minds until they realize the Japanese take golf as seriously as they take sushi knives.
From there, the show turned into three guys swapping war stories.
James talked about life at Bethpage State Park, home to five courses, including the Black — the only course in America that warns you at the first tee that you’re not good enough to be there.
Jeff and John reminisced about South Carolina, including hidden gems like Shira State Park, where the fairways are gorgeous, the greens are pure, and the mosquitoes are roughly the size of rescue helicopters.
And because we can’t resist a passport stamp, we headed overseas to places like Costa Rica, where the Iguana Course gives you ocean views, jungle vibes, and the occasional lizard who looks at your swing like he could do better.
We wrapped with some real‑world advice for planning a golf vacation:
Do your homework — the internet is full of lies and stock photos
Call the pros or staff directly — they’ll tell you what the website won’t
Use reciprocal club agreements — the secret handshake of golf travel
And be careful with tee‑time aggregators — some are great, some are… let’s say “optimistic” with availability
Another classic episode: part travel guide, part therapy session, part “three golf guys bragging about where they’ve played.”

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43 min
May 03 Your Grip Is Wrong… But We Still Like You
This week on Those Weekend Golf Guys, John Ashton and Golf Magazine Top 100 Teacher Jeff Smith dove into one of the most misunderstood pieces of the golf swing: the grip. Not the “hold it like a baby bird” nonsense you’ve heard a thousand times — Jeff broke down the real way to find the grip that actually fits your body.
Jeff’s method is beautifully simple: Get into your golf posture, let your arms hang naturally, and look at how your hands want to sit. That natural orientation tells you exactly how the club should fit into your fingers. No twisting. No contorting. No trying to copy a tour pro’s hands from a magazine cover. Just match the club to your body and suddenly the clubface behaves, the tension disappears, and your swing stops fighting itself.
John, of course, pointed out that most amateurs spend years trying to “fix” a grip that was never right for them in the first place. Jeff agreed — if your grip doesn’t match your natural arm hang, you’re basically signing up for a lifetime of compensations.
After solving the world’s grip problems, the guys shifted gears to something just as important: golf leagues. Jeff and John both made the case that leagues are the secret weapon for golfers who want to get better and have more fun.
Weekly play builds consistency. A little friendly pressure sharpens your focus. And the social side? That’s where the real magic happens.
You show up, you play, you laugh, you meet people, and suddenly golf becomes more than a game — it becomes your community. As John put it, leagues are where golfers find their people.
Another fun, fast, useful episode — equal parts instruction, entertainment, and “why didn’t anyone tell me this sooner?”

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36 min
April 26Two Balls, One Brain: The Smarter Practice Episode
Practice Formats, Pressure, and Tech
The conversation shifts to practice formats that actually build skill under pressure — worst ball, best ball, and other creative ways to force better execution. Jeff also shares his experience with golf tech, explaining why he prefers Foresight over TrackMan. Spoiler: software accuracy and hardware reliability matter. The segment wraps when Jeff heads off to teach a lesson.
How to Improve Without Practicing More
For golfers who don’t have hours to grind, Jeff lays out a simple, effective pre‑round routine:
Arrive 30–45 minutes early

Warm up with practice swings

Chip with attention to posture and club length

Putt for distance control, not hole‑making The goal: build confidence, reduce pressure, and walk to the first tee already feeling sharp.
The Two‑Ball Practice Method
John and Jeff break down a practice method where players hit two shots on every hole and only play the better one. The twist? You don’t know which one will matter until after you hit both. It creates real pressure, forces consistency, and still keeps pace of play moving. It’s one of their favorite ways to simulate tournament‑style focus.
Mental Skills: Competing With Yourself
The episode closes with a discussion on mental toughness. Playing “best ball against yourself” is a powerful way to sharpen focus and eliminate insecurity. Jeff and John remind golfers that the biggest enemy on the course isn’t the swing — it’s the fear of looking bad. The cure? Commit to good shots, stay present, and stop trying to impress anyone.

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45 min
April 19It’s Not Your Swing — It’s Your Setup
Topics Covered
Whether teaching pros can watch TV coverage and instantly spot what tour pros are doing wrong when they blow up — including Rory’s Masters unraveling
Whether amateur golfers can accurately diagnose their own swing faults when shots start flying offline
How being just 1–2 degrees open or closed at impact can produce huge misses, especially at higher swing speeds
Why you shouldn’t automatically assume it’s a swing problem — and why checking your setup (posture, alignment, ball position, grip, stance) should be your first move
Key Insights
Pros don’t lose their swing — they lose timing, decision‑making, or emotional control under pressure
Amateurs almost always misdiagnose their misses, focusing on backswing positions instead of impact factors
Impact rules all — a clubface just one degree open at 100 mph can create 10–15 yards of curve, and two degrees can be disastrous
Swing speed magnifies errors — the faster you swing, the more brutally the ball exposes tiny mistakes
Setup is the silent killer — most “swing problems” are actually posture, alignment, or ball‑position issues that sabotage the shot before the club even moves
Practical Takeaways for Listeners
Before changing your swing, check your setup — it fixes more issues than you think

If your ball is curving, start with clubface control, not your takeaway

When watching pros, look for patterns, not isolated bad swings

If you’re swinging faster, you need more precision, not more effort

Self‑diagnosis is tricky — get feedback from a pro or use tools that show impact data

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42 min
April 12 Spin Doctors: How to Choose and Use the Right Wedges
Understand the three specs that matter most when buying wedges
Learn how to build a wedge setup that fits your game and home course
Discover simple drills to improve contact, spin, and distance control
Know when to use high bounce vs. low bounce
Stop guessing yardages and start scoring inside 100 yards
Ball Position Tip
Hold the club with your normal, relaxed grip and make a few small, natural swings back and forth — nothing forced, just brushing the grass. Notice where the club consistently strikes the ground.
That spot is your true low point, and that’s where the ball should go.
Wedge Fitting Tip
If you’re going to get your wedges fitted, work with a brand‑agnostic fitter — someone who isn’t tied to a single manufacturer. That way, you’re choosing the wedge that fits your swing, not the one they’re obligated to sell. And make sure the fitting happens on real grass, not a mat. Mats hide fat shots, change bounce interaction, and give you a totally false sense of how the club performs.

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39 min
April 05 From Simulators to Sunshine: Making the Jump Back to Outdoor Golf
Guests
Jeff Smith – Top 100 instructor, Golf Digest
James Hong – Renowned junior coach and teaching professional
Topics Covered
• Why indoor swings don’t always translate outdoors
• The biggest mistakes golfers make when leaving the simulator
• How to quickly recalibrate distance control on real grass
• Adjusting to outdoor variables: wind, temperature, turf interaction, and uneven lies
• The role of preshot routines in creating consistency
• How routines help manage nerves, tempo, and decision‑making
• Smart early‑season practice strategies
• Managing expectations during your first few rounds of spring
Key Takeaways
• Indoor practice builds mechanics; outdoor golf demands adaptability.
• Your first few rounds should be about reacclimating, not scoring.
• Expect your distances to change — and give yourself time to re‑measure.
• Turf interaction is the biggest shock when leaving mats behind.
• A strong preshot routine is your anchor when conditions change.
• Early‑season success comes from patience, tempo, and smart decisions.

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40 min
March 29 Stop Using Your Irons?
Golf Equipment and Club Fitting
John and Jeff discussed golf equipment, particularly focusing on driver technology and club fitting. Jeff shared his experience testing new Titleist drivers and getting fitted for the right combination of head and shaft. They also talked about John's consideration of replacing his 5 and 6 iron with hybrids, with John noting that Callaway clubs felt right to him despite not having decided on the brand yet. The conversation touched on how sound affects feel when playing different clubs, and they briefly discussed the potential for replacing an entire club set rather than just individual clubs.
USGA Rules Discussion Concerns
Jeff discussed his concerns about USGA rules, particularly regarding penalties for balls landing in divots versus penalty areas. He expressed frustration that players who hit straight drives into divots face more penalties than those hitting sideways shots into penalty areas, and suggested a simpler approach where players could simply place their ball a few inches out of divots rather than going through complex relief procedures. While Jeff noted there is ongoing discussion about these rules among officials, he mentioned that USGA representatives are not currently engaging with him on this topic.
Hybrid Golf Clubs Market Discussion
Jeff and John discussed the increasing popularity of hybrid clubs among golfers of all skill levels, including professional players like Scott Monroe. Jeff highlighted the advantages of modern hybrids, including wider sole plates and increased mass that help with ball launch and forgiveness. They also referenced past marketing strategies for golf equipment, comparing current hybrid offerings to previous infomercial products that promised easy improvement for golfers.
Golf Club Discussion and Recommendations
Jeff and John discussed golf clubs, with Jeff recommending John consider buying a complete new set rather than just replacing specific clubs. Jeff shared insights about golf enthusiasts who frequently upgrade their clubs, comparing it to a "golf nut crazy person" behavior similar to car or boat enthusiasts. The conversation concluded with plans to have Scott Munro return to their show next week to discuss golf equipment further.
Golf Equipment and Fitting Discussion
Jeff and John discussed golf equipment and fitting, particularly focusing on hybrids. They planned to bring in a club fitter for an upcoming episode to discuss fitting in detail. The conversation covered how customization in golf, including stance width and club fitting, can improve performance. They emphasized the importance of getting properly fitted rather than buying off the rack, and promised more equipment and technique discussions in future episodes.

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46 min
March 22 4 Secrets To Guaranteed Lower Scores
You do it all. You stand behind your ball and get a bead on your target. Without taking your eyes from the target you place the club head behind the ball square to the target. Then you move your body into position and swing and the ball goes left of the target. You were aiming your body left but didn’t realize it. After this episode you will learn how to recognize where your body is aimed.
Is the club head square to the target? For many of us that is another element of aiming that we have a problem doing. Here’s an easy way to make sure the club head is square to your target line behind the ball.
Side hill lies are a problem? Yes! For most of us. When Johhny Miller was announcing on TV that we were looking at “hook” or “slice” lies because the balls were above or below the players feet, he was doing a great disservice to golfers because that just isn’t true. Jeff explains why and how to handle any side hill lie shot perfectly.
This season you will eliminate 3 putts if you follow Jeff’s advice on green reading. Don’t rely on your eyes, use your feet to determine the slope of the green between you and the cup. Also, Jeff shares a fool proof technique to get the speed of your first putt on each hole to stop close to the cup.
Another great technique packed episode of Those Weekend Golf Guys, presented by FanDuel

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37 min
March 15 The Single Plane Swing
Todd Graves is a Golf Instructor who has studied Moe Norman's Single Plane Swing" in detail. He understands not only why it works so well for so many golfers (including himself), but also how to teach others how to use it. He can teach even those of us who have been playng many years using the swing that may not have served us very well.
Todd Graves is our guest this episode of Those Weekend Golf Guys and will describe the Single Plane Swing and how to use it in great detail

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47 min

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