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Mistake Free Golf with Sports Psychologist Dr. Robert K. Winters Oct 24, 2025

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GS#445 July 15, 2014 Dr. Bob Winters returns to Golf Smarter to discuss his new book that will help your mental game and lower your scores. "Mistake Free Golf; First Aid for Your Golfing Brain".
We detail 9 chapters of the book including conversations on “I don’t believe in myself”, “I hit the ball when I know I’m not ready”, “I care too much about score, results and my reputation”. Any of those sound familiar? Along with regular contributions to CBS Sports, the Golf Channel and GolfWeek, Dr. Bob has been the resident sports psychologist for the David Leadbetter Academy for years.
Dr. Robert K Winters, affectionately known as Dr. Bob, specializes in sports and personal performance training. He holds a Ph.D. in Sport Psychology from The University of Virginia, a B.S. and Master of Arts degree from Ball State University. He has extensive training in sports psychology, motor and visual learning, sports vision, sports medicine, and educational psychology.
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Practices of Elite Athletes That Will Help Amateur Golfers with Dr. Jo Lukins Oct 21, 2025

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GS#1022 This week we speak to Dr. Jo Lukins about her most recent book 'The Elite'. She shares insights on the mental strategies that elite athletes use to succeed. Dr. Lukins also explores the unique mental challenges faced by golfers and the significance of habits, nutrition, and sleep in achieving peak performance. She emphasizes the importance of mindset, the role of failure in learning, and how gratitude can enhance performance.
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This episode is sponsored by HIMS. Start your free online visit today HIMS.com/golfsmarter and received personalized ED treatment options. This episode is brought to you by Warby Parker with over 300+ locations to help you find your next pair of glasses. You can also head over to warbypaker.com/golfsmarter right now to try on any pair virtually!
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PGA Tour Caddy for J.B. Holmes, Brandon Parsons Oct 17, 2025

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GS#444 July 8, 2014 PGA Tour player J.B. Holmes grew up with Brandon Parsons who is now his caddy. This 70 minute episode features Brandon talking about Target Oriented Golf and Aimpoint putting to achieve the lowest scores possible.
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This episode is sponsored by HIMS. Start your free online visit today HIMS.com/golfsmarter and received personalized ED treatment options. This episode is brought to you by Warby Parker with over 300+ locations to help you find your next pair of glasses. You can also head over to warbypaker.com/golfsmarter right now to try on any pair virtually!
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NOT ABOUT GOLF! The Life Changing Joy of Playing the Game with author Mike Berland Oct 14, 2025

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GS#1021 In this engaging conversation, author Mike Berland shares his journey into golf, highlighting how he discovered the sport later in life and the profound impact it has had on his social connections and personal growth. We go deep into the psychological aspects of golf, including the dopamine rush associated with successful shots, and how golf serves as a social connector that reveals character. Mike emphasizes the importance of networking through golf, the evolution of participation in the sport, and the rise of simulator golf as a modern alternative. He also addresses common myths about golf, the future momentum of the sport, and the potential of charity events to foster community engagement.
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Taking Your A+ Game from the Range to the Course with Ken Doherty Oct 10, 2025

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GS#443 July 1, 2014 Ever wonder why you’re a scratch golfer on the range and a bum on the course? Ken Doherty returns to discuss some technical issues, but the biggest factor is mental. Once you understand the difference, you'll see a change in your scoring.
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Understanding & Optimizing Shot Strategy Using the ShotSense App featuring Brent Neville Oct 07, 2025

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GS#1020 Our guest this week is Brent Neville, creator of the ShotSense app, which aims to revolutionize how golfers approach the game. After establishing how crowded the golf technology landscape has become, we discuss the importance of playing smarter, and how ShotSense leverages modern computing to provide tailored strategies for golfers of all skill levels. Brent explains the app's unique features, including club characteristics, geospatial analysis, and elevation considerations, making it a valuable tool. No matter how many times we've discussed the importance of strategic decision-making in golf, it's never enough! Here we emphasize how understanding expected scores and golf intelligence can significantly improve a golfer's performance. The ShotSense app, which aims to provide golfers with optimal strategies for each shot, focuses on simplifying the decision-making process on the course while also planning ahead for better performance.
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Target Oriented Golf, with Colin Cromack Oct 03, 2025

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GS#442 June 24, 2014 442: The key to performance and flow in golf is understanding how to keep your conscious mind away from attempting to control your physical actions. Colin Cromack of Target Oriented Golf returns for the first time since 2008 (ep#137) to discuss how to train your eyes, mind and body for success, and then putting Golf Psychology into practice. Swing with precision and play with real freedom.
If you are a dedicated golfer somewhere between beginner and Tour Professional wondering why your best golf performances remain so frustratingly elusive, the Target Oriented Golf program systematically explains how to focus your mind for golf and demonstrate how to put the comprehensive theory into practical procedures you can practice at home, on the range and enjoy out on the golf course. No NLP. No EFT. No 3 Principles. No hypnosis. This is ALL golf instruction.
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Making Golf Fun Again Starting at the Ball Moving Backwards with David Buck Sep 30, 2025

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GS#1,019 In this engaging conversation, David Buck shares his journey from a young golfer to a teacher, emphasizing the importance of enjoying the game and overcoming mental hurdles. He discusses memorable triumphs, the mental aspects of golf, and unconventional approaches to teaching and playing. David also offers insights on making golf fun again, simplifying the game, and even his experience learning to play left-handed. The conversation is filled with humor, personal anecdotes, and practical advice for golfers of all levels. Find out about taking lessons with David at https://skillest.com/coach/bigswingkings
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Your Short Game & Wedge Questions Answered by Terry "The Wedge Guy" Koehler Sep 26, 2025

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GS#441 June 17, 2014. The Wedge Guy, Terry Koehler responds to Golf Smarter listener questions about short game improvement and how to select the right wedge for your game. This was orginally a Members Only episode that has never been shared publically before.
This episode is brought to you by BreakfastBalls.Golf. Visit BreakfastBalls.Golf for the best quality and pricing on premium used golf balls. Find your favorite brand at half the price of new balls! Use GOLFSMARTER at checkout for 20% off your order!
Check out "Invested in the Game", a new original podcast from Charles Schwab. This podcast is their way of sharing the incredible stories behind the game. Listen now at schwab.com/TheGame or wherever you get your podcasts.
This episode is sponsored by Indeed. Please visit indeed.com/GOLFSMARTER and get a $75 SPONSORED JOB CREDIT. Terms and conditions apply.
This episode is sponsored by HIMS. Start your free online visit today HIMS.com/golfsmarter and received personalized ED treatment options.
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Watch Your Superpowers Soar in a Mindless State with Performance Coach Jon Schram Sep 23, 2025

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GS#1018 In this episode Jon Schram shares his journey through the world of golf, detailing his early passion for the sport, the challenges of competition, and the mental struggles he faced. He discusses the importance of flow state in performance and how understanding psychology has shaped his approach to golf and coaching. Schram's story highlights the balance between joy and anxiety in sports, the role of support systems, and the transformative power of mental focus. We also explore the concept of flow in golf performance, discussing how golfers can achieve a state of mind that enhances their game. They delve into the unique nature of flow, the importance of mindfulness and focus, and how acceptance and consistency play crucial roles in achieving peak performance. Schram emphasizes the need for golfers to trust their abilities and maintain a positive mindset to improve their game. For more, visit praxisperf.com
This episode is brought to you by BreakfastBalls.Golf. Visit BreakfastBalls.Golf for the best quality and pricing on premium used golf balls. Find your favorite brand at half the price of new balls! Use GOLFSMARTER at checkout for 20% off your order!
Check out "Invested in the Game", a new original podcast from Charles Schwab. This podcast is their way of sharing the incredible stories behind the game. Listen now at schwab.com/TheGame or wherever you get your podcasts.
This episode is sponsored by Indeed. Please visit indeed.com/GOLFSMARTER and get a $75 SPONSORED JOB CREDIT. Terms and conditions apply.
This episode is sponsored by HIMS. Start your free online visit today HIMS.com/golfsmarter and received personalized ED treatment options.
This episode is also brought to you by Policygenius. Secure your family’s future with Policygenius. Head to policygenius.com to compare free life insurance quotes from top companies and see how much you could save.
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