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Learning Golf from Chess from 2023-12-06T06:00
Sometimes the best way to learn about something is through a different lens. In this episode, Matt uses the lessons he picked up learning chess to teach some valuables things about golf.
ListenVeteran Golfers Association with Joe Nixon from 2023-11-22T06:00
The Veteran Golfers Association is a group that allows veterans and their families to enjoy camaraderie and competition through the game of golf. In this episode, we learn about this wonderful ...
ListenExploring Hickory Golf with Andy Hayes from 2023-11-15T06:00
How do you get started playing hickory golf? Is it hard? Can you play well? What can you learn from it?
We dive into all these questions and more in this discussion with Andy Hayes.
ListenInside PXG's Club Design&Club Fitting from 2023-10-25T05:00
In this episode, Matt goes behind the scenes at PXG with Caleb Kroloff, Director of R&D, and Product Guru Nick Jahnke. They discuss what drives the creation of new products at PXG, their focus ...
ListenElevating Public Golf from 2023-10-18T05:10
In this episode, Matt speaks with Terry Hanley, the GM at Cantigny Golf. Cantigny is known for the fierce loyalty of its customers, so Matt and Terry discuss what Cantigny does to generate that...
ListenMeet Andy Hayes&Questions for Listeners from 2023-10-11T05:00
It's hard to believe this is the 200th episode of the Plugged In Golf Podcast. Thank you to everyone who has listened, whether you've checked out every single episode or if this is your first o...
ListenL.A.B. Golf Putters from 2023-09-27T05:13
L.A.B. Golf Putters ended the 2023 PGA Tour season with a torrid stretch, winning twice including a L.A.B. vs. L.A.B. Sunday showdown. In this episode, Matt talks with Liam Bedford from L.A.B.'...
ListenDan Ridgway, GOAT Grips from 2023-09-20T05:00
There are loads of options for putter grips these days, but very few are truly unique. GOAT Grips is one of those few. In this episode, Matt talks with GOAT Grips founder Dan Ridgyway to learn...
ListenUsing Data to Shoot Lower Scores from 2023-09-13T05:00
"I've collected all this shot tracking data...now what?"
That's the question we're answering this week with Jen Saxton from Shot Scope. She provides great insight into how data can impro...
ListenInsides the 2023 Titleist T-Series Irons from 2023-08-30T05:22
This week's podcast is for the true gear nerds. Matt is joined by Marni Ines, Director of Iron Development, and JJ VanWezenbeeck, Director of Player Promotions, from Titleist to discuss the 202...
ListenRealGolfers Founder, Henry McGannon from 2023-08-16T03:15
With the mission statement: "Make the best polos in the world affordable," RealGolfers is a company that we had to know more about. Matt sat down with their founder Henry McGannon to learn abou...
ListenAnswering Listener's Questions from 2023-08-02T05:00
This week, Matt answers questions from Plugged In Golf readers and listeners about all aspects of golf.
Topics include:
Should JT make the Ryder Cup team?
Which OEM won 202...
ListenMach 3 Speed Training, Mike Romatowski from 2023-07-19T05:00
If you're interested in swing faster and being stronger and more injury-resistant, this episode is a must-listen. Mike Romatowski is the creator of Mach 3 Speed Training, and in this episode he...
ListenPrepping Pebble Beach for the US Women's Open from 2023-07-05T05:00
This week, a small army of golf course superintendents will descend upon Pebble Beach to get it into the best condition possible for the US Women's Open. Among them will be Alex Hills, Senior S...
ListenThe Putting Episode from 2023-06-21T05:00
By popular request, this episode is focused entirely on putting. From putting drills to putter fitting, Matt dives deep to help you perform better on the greens.
ListenThe New Model for Golf Courses from 2023-06-14T05:00
Canal Shores - a staple of the public golf scene in Chicago - is about to undergo a major facelift. But this is more than just a standard golf course renovation, it's a whole new way of thinkin...
Listen2 Ideas to Improve Your Practice from 2023-06-07T05:00
The calendar has turned to June, so the season is in full swing. It's time to start thinking about our practice and how we can get the most out of it. In this short episode, Matt offers two id...
ListenCreating the Ultimate Walking Golf Bag from 2023-05-10T05:07
Koger has created what is, in Matt's opinion, the perfect Sunday bag. In this podcast, he talks with the company's founders, Johannes and Fredrik, about how they created the bag and what golf i...
ListenWill Blades Improve Your Ball Striking? from 2023-05-03T05:00
Are blades the path to elite ball striking or endless frustration? Matt discusses that question in detail and offers a plan for improving your swing in this episode.
ListenThe Most Critical Piece of Equipment from 2023-04-12T05:16
If you could only have one piece of equipment fit to your swing, which one would you choose? In this episode, Matt discusses that question and gives you his top three list.
ListenWedge Guru Terry Koehler from 2023-04-05T05:00
Terry Koehler of Edison Golf is back on the Plugged In Golf Podcast to discuss his newest creation, the Edison 2.0 wedge [review Listen
Is the Golf Ball Rollback a Good Idea? from 2023-03-22T05:00
In this week's episode, Matt dives into the USGA and R&A proposal for a reduced distance golf ball for elite competitions. He gives you his stance, tips for how to evaluate arguments on this is...
ListenReducing Golf Decision Fatigue from 2023-03-15T05:00
The calendar has hit March and The Masters is in sight. That means that most of us are starting our golf season soon. In this podcast, Matt offers some tips on reducing decision fatigue on the...
ListenYour New Golf Club Goals from 2023-03-08T06:00
It's that time of year when many golfers are getting new equipment, so Matt talks about what your goals should be for your new clubs. Are you aiming to raise your ceiling or your floor? Matt d...
ListenThe State of Golf with KemperSports from 2023-02-22T06:00
We all have ideas about where golf is headed and what's happening in the game, but, in this episode, we're bringing you the facts thanks to KemperSports. KemperSports has just completed a massi...
ListenStop Filming Your Golf Swing from 2023-02-15T06:05
In this week's podcast, Matt explains why filming your golf swing is not helping you improve your game.
ListenWhat to Expect from New Clubs from 2023-01-25T06:00
This is the week of the PGA Show, so new equipment hype is at its peak. To help keep things in perspective, this week's podcast discusses what you can reasonably expect from new clubs and how e...
ListenBreaking Golf Plateaus from 2023-01-04T06:05
In this episode, Matt helps you get off to a strong start with your 2023 golf goals. That starts with setting good goals and continues with finding new ways to improve your game. There's a lot...
ListenPutter Cover Collectors, In Their Own Words from 2022-12-21T06:00
Today's podcast is a companion piece to the feature that's now on the site. It gives you a look into the world of putter cover collectors, one of the most interesting places inside the world of...
ListenSam Bettinardi, Bettinardi Golf from 2022-12-14T06:00
This week, Matt welcomes back one of the first guests that ever appeared on the show, Sam Bettinardi. As President of Bettinardi Golf, Sam has overseen a tremendous 2022, and he shares some of ...
ListenPreston Toulon, Mitsubishi Chemicals Group from 2022-12-07T06:00
In this episode, Matt sits down with Preston Toulon, Manager of Marketing and Communications for Mitsubishi Chemicals Group, to discuss all things Mitsubishi shafts. They get into the reason fo...
ListenThe Rising Cost of Golf from 2022-11-30T06:00
A recent viral tweet about the green fees at TPC Sawgrass got Matt thinking about the rising cost of golf. He explores this topic and offers some ideas about how it affects the game in this epi...
ListenThe Best Golf Gear of 2022 from 2022-11-23T06:00
In this week's episode, Matt & Matt go through the very best gear of 2022. They cover everything from drivers to putters to launch monitors and push carts.
ListenThe Truth Behind SST PUREing from 2022-11-16T06:00
SST PURE is a technology that's been trusted by PGA Tour players and equipment enthusiasts for decades, but the average golfer is still unaware of it. In this episode, we talk with Nick Sherbur...
ListenDr. Saul Miller, Performance Consultant from 2022-11-09T06:05
In this episode, Matt talks with Dr. Saul Miller about his new book, Winning Golf, The Mental Game. Dr. Miller has worked with professional and recreational athletes across every major...
ListenThe Equipment Concept That Must Go! from 2022-11-02T05:00
Every week, we receive a comment referencing one of the most tired concepts in golf equipment. In this podcast, Matt takes on this idea head first in the hopes of retiring it forever.
ListenCreating Your Golf Self Image from 2022-10-19T05:34
If you're a regular Plugged In Golf reader, I know you think about golf a lot. And whether you know it or not, that means you've built up a detailed image of yourself as a golfer. In this podc...
ListenInside the Making of Titleist TSR Woods from 2022-10-05T05:00
This week, Matt is joined by Stephanie Luttrell, Titleist's Director of Metalwoods Development, and JJ Van Wezenbeeck, Titleist's Director of Player Promotions, to discuss the new TSR woods. Th...
ListenTyler Standifird on Speed Training from 2022-09-21T05:00:50
"Will training for speed ruin my swing?"
This is a common concern, but what if I told you that speed training can actually make your swing better? This is one of the many fascinating dis...
ListenAndy Staples, Staples Golf Design from 2022-09-14T05:07:31
Andy Staples started designing golf courses at age 12 and hasn't stopped since. In this wide ranging interview, we discuss how he learned his craft, his white paper on reviving municipal golf c...
ListenChia Chou, Acceleraze Golf from 2022-09-07T05:30:33
Historically, getting better at golf has meant either improving your swing with hours of repetition or getting stronger and more flexible in the gym. Chia Chou, the founder of Acceleraze Golf, ...
ListenGolf NFTs&Better Habits from 2022-08-31T05:12:20
In this episode, Matt starts out by offering a quick primer on NFTs in golf. What are they? Why are golf companies doing them? How can they benefit golfers?
In the second part of the e...
ListenReader Mailbag from 2022-08-24T05:02:24
In this episode, Matt answers your questions on everything from fitting and favorite courses to biases in review and overlooked products.
ListenMark Stewart, CEO of Stewart Golf from 2022-08-17T05:00:09
This week, Matt sits down with the CEO of Stewart Golf, Mark Stewart. Mark discusses how the company came to make electric caddies, and how a motorized pushcart can make golf better whether you...
ListenScratching Your Equipment Itches from 2022-07-27T05:08:28
If you're a regular reader of Plugged In Golf, you're likely a bit of a gear head. With that comes the constant wondering, "What if I had ____ shaft in my driver? Would _____ putter fix my str...
ListenJon Sherman, Practical Golf from 2022-07-06T05:00:02
Jon Sherman of Practical-Golf.com joins the show this week to discuss his new book, The Four Foundations of Golf. In it, he pulls together over eight years of writing to create a comprehensive ...
ListenBruce Sizemore, MORE Golf from 2022-06-29T05:30:50
Bruce Sizemore has done a lot in golf - PGA Professional, Tour Pro, putter designer - and now he's launched a full-line OEM, MORE Golf. In this interview, Bruce discusses why he chose to make c...
ListenThe 10 Commandments of Better Scoring from 2022-06-01T05:00:38
If you're truly committed to seeing your handicap go down this season, this is the podcast for you. Matt boils down over a decade of teaching and writing about scoring into ten simple rules that y...
ListenJames Patrick Harrington, JP Golf from 2022-05-18T05:08:52
James Patrick Harrington, better known as JP to the golf world, has charted a fascinating career in just over a decade. From a garage in Wisconsin to a spot at Titleist to launching his own bra...
ListenGolf Trips Off the Beaten Path from 2022-05-11T05:00:31
Despite what the big golf publications would have you believe, you can take a golf trip that doesn't involve one of the big name resorts. In this episode, Matt discusses the benefits of a golf tri...
ListenInside Swag Golf with Nick Venson from 2022-05-04T05:00:29
In the last four years, Swag Golf has grown by leaps and bounds. CEO Nick Venson discusses Swag's accomplishments, their plans for the future, and answer loads of reader questions in this jam-p...
ListenAngelica Carmen, Sustainability Specialist from 2022-04-27T05:00:02
Golf needs to be more environmentally friendly, but what can an individual golfer do about it? We talked with Mistwood Golf Club's new Sustainability Specialist, Angelica Carmen, to learn just ...
ListenThoughts for the Start of the Golf Season from 2022-04-13T05:00:30
In this short episode, Matt shares some thoughts on preparing your mind, body, and game for the start of the golf season.
ListenNeuroPeak Pro Director of Golf Andy Matthews from 2022-03-09T06:00:25
Breathing is something that we all do without thinking, but it has a huge impact on our bodies and our minds. In this episode, Matt talks with NeuroPeak Pro's Director of Golf Andy Matthews abo...
ListenInside Vokey Wedges from 2022-03-02T06:00:08
In this episode, Matt talks with Vokey's Director of Marketing Corey Gerrard about the new SM9 wedges and much more. Corey answers a ton of reader questions and gives great insight into how to ...
ListenSpencer Hadelman, Advantage Marketing from 2022-02-16T06:00:24
In this week's episode, Spencer Hadelman of Advantage Marketing gives us an inside look at the business and marketing of golf. Spencer also shares some great travel tips and unique insights in our...
ListenBrian Doyle, Founder of AXIUS Core from 2022-02-09T06:00:28
In this episode, Matt sits down with Brian Doyle, the Founder and CEO of AXIUS Core. They discuss Brian's background as a member of the US National Rugby Team and how an injury started him down...
Listen2022 PGA Show Recap from 2022-01-27T16:46:15
Matt is back with a recap of the 2022 PGA Merchandise Show. He runs down the overall tenor of the show, the best products, interesting newcomers, and makes his predictions for the future of the show.
ListenAccelerating Your Golf Learning from 2022-01-13T06:00
How did Matt turn a typical holiday family experience into a way to turbocharge your golf learning? Find out in this episode of the Plugged In Golf Podcast.
ListenThe Most Interesting Equipment Story of 2022 from 2022-01-05T06:00
This week, TaylorMade announced their Stealth Carbonwood Driver [full details Listen
Best of 2021 with Matt Meeker from 2021-12-15T06:00
As another year comes to a close, Matt & Matt look back on the best gear, golf courses, and much more. They also give you a look ahead to some things to keep an eye on in 2022.
ListenJeff Pelizarro, 18Strong from 2021-12-08T06:00
The golf industry and the fitness industry are both full of experts and "experts." Jeff Pelizzaro from 18Strong is definitely the former, and, in this episode, he gives you some great tips for ...
ListenFinding Good Value in Golf Clubs from 2021-12-01T06:00
When you're buying a golf club, how do you know if you're getting good value? How do you even define value in a golf club? In this episode, Matt takes on these questions and more, as well as g...
ListenInside Pinehurst with Head Pro Matt Barksdale from 2021-11-17T06:00
In this episode, Matt talks with Pinehurst's Head Golf Professional, Matt Barksdale. Matt gives tremendous insight into the resort and provides a ton of great tips for golfers making a trip to ...
ListenHave Wedges Evolved? from 2021-11-10T06:00
There's no argument that, in every category, golf clubs are evolving. But has this evolution benefitted all golfers equally? Have certain clubs changed more than others? We discuss these ques...
ListenPiper Golf from 2021-11-03T05:00
This week, Matt sits down with the founder of Piper Golf, Michael Gottfried, and Piper's Social Caddie, Dan Staub. They discuss the company's origin, trying to break into a crowded golf ball ma...
ListenJesper Thuen, ECCO Golf from 2021-10-27T05:00
This week, Matt sits down with former professional golfer Jesper Thuen, now the General Manager for ECCO USA, to talk about the evolution of the golf shoe, ECCO's role in pushing spikeless shoes...
ListenBrandel Chamblee&Agustin Piza from 2021-10-13T05:00
Most golfers know Brandel Chamblee as a commentator on the Golf Channel. You may not know that he and Agustin Piza are doing some of the most interesting golf course design work in the world. ...
ListenJoin the Plugged In Golf Levellr Community! from 2021-10-07T05:00
Plugged In Golf is very excited to announce the launch of our of Levellr community today! In this short episode, Matt explains what Levellr is, why Plugged In Golf is taking part, and what it m...
ListenWhen to Replace Your Clubs w/Matt Meeker from 2021-09-29T05:00
In this episode, Matt is joined by Matt Meeker to discuss when to replace your clubs and when to stick with what works. They discuss what's in each of their bags, the process they used to pick ...
ListenGolf Trips&Playing Well On the Road from 2021-09-22T05:00
In this episode, Matt recaps his recent trip to Michigan's Upper Peninsula, discusses affordable golf travel, and then talks about the five obstacles to playing well on a golf trip.
ListenWe're Talking About Practice from 2021-09-08T05:00
In this episode, Matt dives deep into practice. He discusses his own practice routine and how he's arrived at them. In the second half of the episode, he shares four keys that you can use to g...
ListenHot Topics in Golf from 2021-09-01T05:00
Matt takes on golf snobbery, indoor vs. outdoor fitting, and online shaft fitting in this wide-ranging episode of the Plugged In Golf Podcast.
ListenHailey Ostrom from 2021-08-18T05:00
Hailey Ostrom is one of the most popular golfers on social media, but, as we learn in this wide-ranging interview, she's a golfer first, influencer second. We discuss the demands of influencer ...
ListenAgronomy 101 from 2021-07-14T05:00
Every golfer loves a well-conditioned course, but very few know anything about agronomy or how we can help keep our courses in better shape. In this episode, Matt talks with agronomist Jason Br...
ListenPebble Beach Secrets with Sean Ogle from 2021-07-07T05:00
Matt sits down with Sean Ogle, founder of The Eighty Club and one of the best-traveled golfers there is, to discuss Pebble Beach. Sean answers questions ranging from the basic to the esoteric a...
ListenFujikura Tour Rep Marshall Thompson from 2021-06-30T05:00
Fujikura Tour Rep Marshall Thompson joins the Plugged In Golf Podcast again to talk about the explosion of high end putter shafts and how Fuji's approach to the category is unique.
ListenEverything You Ever Wanted to Know About Putter Shafts...But Were Afraid to Ask from 2021-06-09T05:00
Putter shafts have been one of the hottest equipment stories of 2021. In this episode, Matt talks about each of the major offerings - the Stability Shaft, LAGP's TPZ, and Fujikura's MC Putter -...
ListenGarret Krynski, GEOM Golf from 2021-06-02T05:00
Most golf gear nerds have thought to themselves,...
ListenIgnore What the Pros Play from 2021-05-26T05:00
The big OEMs pay Tour players boatloads of money to promote their gear. In this episode, Matt gives you five good reasons why you should ignore what the pros play...and one reason why you shoul...
ListenTwo Ideas for Building Your Bag from 2021-05-12T05:00
In this episode, Matt discusses two ideas for selecting your clubs. Spurred by your comments and his favorite guitar YouTube personality, Matt talk about the need to forget categories and the i...
ListenThe Truth About Distance Gapping from 2021-05-05T05:00
Are modern iron sets created to help golfers score or just to win the fitting? Terry Koehler joins Matt to discuss this controversial question and much more.
ListenLAGP Shafts Founder, Reed Dickens from 2021-04-21T05:00
Among Bryson's most notable impacts on the world of golf equipment is the way he's changed our thinking about graphite shafts. The Tour's longest hitter plays LAGP graphite shafts in every club...
ListenBridgestone Golf's New e Series Golf Balls from 2021-04-14T05:00
Elliot Mellow, Golf Ball Marketing Manager for Bridgestone Golf, returns to the Plugged In Podcast to discuss the new e12 Contact and e6 golf balls. He also answers reader questions about Bridg...
ListenReader Question Mailbag from 2021-04-07T05:00
In this episode, Matt answers questions submitted by you, the readers. Topics include the best training aids for fixing a slice, whether or not putter shafts matter, how to spend your practice ...
ListenGrant Rogers, Bandon Dunes Director of Instruction from 2021-03-17T05:00
We've recently learned that some of our earliest episodes are no longer accessible, so, by popular demand, we are rebroadcasting some of the best.
Matt talks with Listen
SuperStroke CEO Dean Dingman from 2021-03-10T06:00
SuperStroke putter grips are one of the biggest success stories in golf over the last 10-15 years. In this episode, Matt talks with SuperStroke CEO Dean Dingman about the company's rise. They ...
ListenSrixon's Major Breakthrough from 2021-03-03T06:00
Srixon's ZX line of clubs has been the giant breakthrough that they've been building toward for the last several years. In this episode, we talk with Srixon GM Brian Schielke about what makes t...
ListenThere Is No Perfect Club Fitting from 2021-02-17T06:00
There is no such thing as a perfect club fitting. In this episode, Matt explains why that's true and also why that shouldn't stop you from being fit.
ListenHow to Save the PGA Show from 2021-02-03T06:00
The PGA Show is dying, but, in this episode, Matt provides ideas on how it can be saved.
ListenNick Venson, Founder of SWAG Golf from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
If you like putters, this episode is a must-listen. Nick Venson has 15 years of experience working for the biggest names in the putter world and has now turned his attention to his own brand, SWAG...
ListenJason Moore, TRUE Linkswear Co-Founder from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This week, Matt speaks with Jason Moore, one of the co-founders of TRUE Linkswear. They discuss why TRUE developed such an immediate cult following and how a return to their original designs has l...
ListenAdam Fonseca from Golf Unfiltered on Smart Course Design from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Matt and Adam recently shared a round of golf at Medinah's Course Two. In this episode, they discuss the round and how the design of the course sets a template for growing golf and making it more ...
ListenMichael Vrska, Golf Club Designer from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Michael Vrska has designed some iconic golf clubs for both Adams Golf and Wilson Staff, and now he brings his lifetime of knowledge and experience to the podcast to answer all of our questions abou...
ListenBill Price, Mizuno Golf from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Why did Mizuno - a company that makes club heads - set out to design a Shaft Optimizer? Matt discusses that and much more with Bill Price of Mizuno Golf.
ListenJoshua Jacobs, Founder of TGA Premier Golf from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Are you tired of people talking about "growing the game" but not doing anything? If so, you'll love Joshua Jacobs. The TGA Premier Golf program that he founded has introduced over 800,000 kids to...
ListenFrank Simonutti, Wilson Golf's DUO Man from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this episode, Matt interviews the DUO Man, Frank Simonutti. They discuss the trend of lower compression golf balls, how Wilson develops new product, and Frank's unlikely role as a media star.
ListenGrant Rogers, Director of Instruction at Bandon Dunes from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
If you haven't tried the PluggedInGolf podcast yet, this is the one to check out. Grant Rogers is a national treasure who packs this interview with practical tips for better golf, tremendous pers...
ListenElliot Mellow, Bridgestone Golf from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Interested in how Tiger Woods came to play a Bridgestone golf ball? Matt and Elliot discuss that plus much more about ball fitting and product development in this jam-packed episode.
ListenUther Supply Founder Dan Erdman from 2021-01-27T06:00
After working in a bag room, Dan Erdman realized that golf towels could be more than billboards for OEMs. This led him to found Listen
How the First Tee is Growing Golf from 2021-01-13T06:00
The First Tee is an important organization in growing the game of golf, but its work extends far beyond the course. In this interview with Lea Jesse, the CEO of First Tee of Greater Chicago, we...
Listen2020 Gear In Review from 2021-01-06T06:00
In this year in review episode, Matt and Matt talk about the standout products in every single category, answer reader questions, and name their Club of the Year.
ListenTom Olsavsky, Cobra Puma Golf from 2020-12-16T06:00
There aren't many better people to discuss club design with than 20+ year industry veteran Tom Olsavsky. After stints at Titleist and TaylorMade, Tom is the VP of Research and Development at Co...
ListenForrest Richardson, President of the American Society of Golf Course Architects from 2020-12-09T06:00
In this episode, Matt talks with Forrest Richardson, the president of the American Society of Golf Course Architects. Forrest has a wealth of interesting thoughts on equipment rollbacks, the fu...
ListenGolf PR&Social Media with Noelle Zavaleta from 2020-12-02T06:00
Noelle Zavaleta is a woman who wears many hats. In addition to being a stellar player, she runs social media and PR for Cleveland, Srixon, Asics, and XXIO. In this episode, she takes time out ...
ListenTour Edge Golf's Biggest Launch Ever from 2020-11-18T06:00
Tour Edge's Jon Claffey joins the Plugged In Golf Podcast again to discuss their Hot Launch 521 clubs, their growing presence on Tour, and the future of the PGA Show.
ListenBradley Hughes - Tour Pro, Instructor, Inventor from 2020-11-11T06:00
Bradley Hughes turned pro at age 21 and won three weeks later. And despite a total of seven professional wins and over twenty years on Tour, his most profound effects on golf are coming now, as...
ListenAre Simulators the Future of Golf? from 2020-11-04T06:00
Matt welcomes Skyler Street back to the Plugged In Golf Podcast to discuss how indoor golf and simulators will shape the future of golf. They also discuss what to expect from The Masters in Nov...
ListenBryson Is Golf's Roger Bannister + Reader Questions from 2020-10-28T05:00
Is Bryson golf's Roger Bannister?
Are budget golf balls a good deal?
Is the "old guard" keeping golf from growing?
Matt tackles these questions and many more reader submitte...
ListenCleveland RTX ZipCore and the Wedge Innovation Boom from 2020-10-14T05:00
Casey Shultz from Cleveland Golf helps us understand the innovation inside the RTX ZipCore wedges, the Tour Rack wedge offerings, and what to consider when trying to find the best wedges for you...
ListenOptimal vs. Necessary from 2020-09-30T05:00
"Optimal" is one of the most popular words of the last few years as people try to get the most out of their practice, their diet, their work, and their life in general. In this episode, Matt di...
ListenThe Science of Optimal Practice from 2020-09-16T05:00
If you want to get more out of your practice time, this interview with Will Shaw is a must-listen. Will teaches motor control, skill acquisition, and biomechanics at Leeds Beckett University, s...
ListenControlling Your Focus with Dr. Josh Brant from 2020-09-09T05:00
Everyone on the golf course or the driving range has a target, but it might not be what they think it is. In this episode, Matt talks with clinical psychiatrist Dr. Josh Brant about what your t...
ListenChris Finn - Swing Faster with Fewer Injuries from 2020-09-02T05:00
If you want to hit the ball farther and play more golf with fewer injuries, check out this interview with Par4Success Founder Chris Finn. Chris discusses his original research on overspeed trai...
ListenTodd Sones on The Scoring Zone from 2020-08-26T05:00
Todd Sones is a Top 100 golf instructor who is renowned for his expertise in the short game. In this episode of the Plugged In Golf Podcast, he discusses his online learning system The Scoring ...
ListenThe Great Distance Debate from 2020-08-19T05:00
Does the golf ball go too far? Do Tour pros need to be reined in? Should everyone have their distance rolled back? The Plugged In Golf Staff discuss these questions and many more in our speci...
ListenTerry Koehler, Edison Wedges from 2020-08-12T05:00
For his combination of decades of experience and willingness to share his unvarnished opinions, Terry Koehler is one of the best guests we've ever had on the Plugged In Golf Podcast. In this in...
ListenShould You Play Blades? from 2020-08-05T05:00
Is it time for you to "upgrade" from cavity back irons to blades? Matt discusses this eternal question in this episode of the Plugged In Golf Podcast.
ListenBandon Dunes Recap with Zack&Dylan from 2020-07-15T05:00
After another wonderful trip to Bandon Dunes, Matt, Zack, and Dylan get together to debate the best course at the resort, discuss expectations vs. reality, golf travel tips, and much more.
ListenShot Scope V3 w/Gavin Dear from 2020-07-08T05:00
Gavin Dear joins the Plugged In Golf Podcast again to discuss the latest version of Shot Scope, Shot Scope V3. They also discuss what the company has learned from the millions of shots it has c...
ListenGolf Equipment Isn't Complicated from 2020-07-01T05:00
In this short, solo podcast, Matt discusses why so many people think that golf equipment is complicated, then reveals the truth about why it isn't so.
ListenAxis 1 Putters with Phil Long from 2020-06-10T05:00
Justin Rose made waves in the equipment world this winter by signing on to endorse little-known Axis 1 putters. In this interview with Axis 1 VP Phil Long, we discuss why Justin made the move, ...
ListenMatt Fixes Golf from 2020-06-03T05:00
Is that title over the top? Maybe a bit, but the idea that Matt wants to pitch to you and golf courses everywhere is absolutely serious. Is this the future of golf? Listen to find out.
ListenRunning a Golf Course During a Pandemic from 2020-05-20T05:00
What is it like running a golf course during a pandemic? Will the way that we golf change forever or are these new policies only temporary? What should golfers be doing to keep themselves safe...
ListenBallpark Blueprints with Tom Young from 2020-05-06T05:00
Pin flags and logo balls are great souvenirs, but if you're looking for a unique way to commemorate a bucket list round, check out Ballpark Blueprints. Founded by a couple friends, this company...
ListenGolf Pride Grips with Bruce Miller from 2020-04-29T05:00
Bruce Miller, Product Manager for Golf Pride, joins the Plugged In Golf Podcast to talk about the evolution of golf grips, changing preferences among recreational golfers, and something very exc...
ListenUsing On-Course Data to Improve Club Fitting from 2020-04-22T05:00
In this episode of the Plugged In Golf Podcast, Matt brings back one of his favorite guests, Club Champion's founder, Nick Sherburne. They discuss how Club Champion has partnered with Arccos to...
ListenOver and Underrated Golf Destinations with Sean Ogle from 2020-04-15T05:00
Sean Ogle is the founder of The Eighty Club (check it out HERE) and the Breaking Eighty ...
ListenAnswering Reader Questions with Matt Meeker from 2020-04-08T05:00
What's the key to a good driver fitting?
How do you get your kids into golf?
Should you golf during the COVID-19 Pandemic?
Matt & Matt get together to answer all these quest...
ListenShould You "Swing Your Swing"? with Rick Silva from 2020-04-01T05:00
Arnold Palmer told golfers to "swing your swing" and we've seen plenty of PGA Tour pros take that advice over the years. From Jim Furyk to newcomers like Matt Wolfe, not everyone on Tour has a ...
ListenUnderstanding Wedges + In Depth on Vokey SM8 from 2020-03-18T05:00
On this episode, we're joined by Jeremy Stone, Marketing Director for Vokey Wedges. He gives us all the details on the new SM8 wedges and answers the most important questions about wedge fittin...
ListenCallaway Golf Balls w/Jason Finley from 2020-03-11T05:00
In all the (well deserved) hype around Callaway's MAVRIK line, many people may have missed the fact that the company is also releasing new Chrome Soft and Chrome Soft X golf balls. We discuss w...
ListenTour Edge Exotics EXS220 with Jon Claffey from 2020-03-04T06:00
Tour Edge has made huge strides in the last couple years both at retail and on Tour. They've become omnipresent on the Champions Tour with hundreds of clubs in play, and consumers are getting t...
ListenThe Future of Fitting&Callaway's MAVRIK with Michael Vrska from 2020-02-26T06:00
Friend of the podcast Michael Vrska is back to give us an in-depth look at Callaway's new MAVRIK line of golf clubs plus we discuss the future of club fitting.
ListenBridgestone's New Tour B Golf Ball w/Adam Rehberg from 2020-02-12T06:00
No single product got as much buzz at the 2020 PGA Show as the Bridgestone Tour B golf ball. In this episode, we dive into the details of this new orb with Bridgestone's Adam Rehberg. Adam als...
ListenSustainable Golf with Ben Maloy of Evolve Golf from 2020-02-05T06:00
Sustainability is a critical topic in golf for a host of reasons, and few companies are taking as many positive steps toward promoting that as Evolve Golf. Their founder, Ben Maloy, is one of t...
Listen2020 PGA Show Recap with Matt Meeker from 2020-01-29T06:00
Matt & Matt get together to discuss the best and worst things they saw at the 2020 PGA Show, the clubs they're most excited to try, and the the trends they see coming this year.
ListenUnderstanding PXG with Nick Jahnke from 2020-01-22T06:00
It's easy to look at PXG and see only the staggering price tags, but is there more to the picture? We discuss the ideas behind the brand and their latest products, the GEN3 irons, with Nick Jah...
ListenGolf Stat Pro, Lou Stagner from 2020-01-15T06:00
Thanks to ShotLink, we have more data than ever before about how golf is played at the highest level. However, without someone to make sense of the millions of data points, it's just noise.
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What did picking up a guitar teach Matt about golf and the golf industry? He runs down the top six things in this episode.
Listen2019 Year In Review w/Matt Meeker from 2020-01-02T06:00
Matt & Matt discuss the best of 2019 in this episode, as well as looking forward to exciting trends for 2020.
Drivers - 1:45
Fairway Woods - 3:00
Hybrids - 6:25
Irons...
ListenCheating in Golf with Dr. Nick Molinaro from 2019-12-18T06:00
Can we expect Patrick Reed to have more rules issues in the future?
Why do people cheat?
Should I pick up that putt that's slightly outside the leather?
We discuss all these...
ListenOptimizing Recovery with Dr. Rand McClain from 2019-12-04T06:00
Ice or heat? Rest or a recovery workout? We answer these questions, and many more, with Dr. Rand McClain in this episode of the Plugged In Golf Podcast.
ListenBen Hogan Golf CEO Scott White from 2019-11-27T06:00
Many golfers believe that clubs have gotten too ...
ListenGoat Caddies at Silvies Valley Ranch from 2019-11-13T06:00
Looking for a golf vacation that's out of the ordinary? Check out Silvies Valley Ranch, located in Oregon, where the caddies are paid in peanuts...because they're goats. Learn all about goat c...
Listen18Birdies Founder, Eddy Lui from 2019-11-06T06:00
18Birdies aims to be golfers' one-stop-shop golf app. In this episode, Matt talks with 18Birdies Founder an...
ListenThe Golf Lovers Guide to Scotland from 2019-10-30T05:00
Whether you're thinking about taking a trip to Scotland in the near future or not, The Golf Lover's Guide to Scotland by Michael Whitehead is a great read (check it out Listen
Paul Albanese, Golf Course Designer from 2019-10-16T05:00
How did forklifts drive Paul Albanese into a career in golf course design? Learn that and much more in this interview. Paul discusses modern trends in course design, how the design business ha...
ListenBarney Adams, Founder of Breakthrough Golf Technology from 2019-10-09T05:00
As the founder of Adams Golf, Barney Adams helped to bring some of the most innovative golf clubs to the market. Now, as the founder of Breakthrough Golf Technology (check them out Listen
Spirit Hollow, One of Golf's Best Stay&Play Destinations from 2019-10-02T05:00
Spirit Hollow Golf Course, located in Burlington, Iowa, has become one of our fa...
ListenAdam Young, Improving Golf Swings with Micro Technique from 2019-09-25T05:00
We have all hit a great shot followed by a terrible shot. If you've ever wondered how that's possible, listen to this interview with golf instructor Adam Young. He explains the causes of this ...
ListenGolfLogix CEO, Pete Charleston from 2019-09-18T05:00
Pace of play is one of the most important issues facing the game of golf today, and everyone seems to think they have the solution. In this interview, GolfLogix CEO Pete Charleston makes the ca...
ListenMike Napoleon, Super Speed Golf from 2019-09-04T05:00
Some people think speed is an innate gift. Super Speed Golf has proven that speed can be gained through proper training.
In this interview with Super Speed Golf founde...
ListenTitleist's Josh Talge from 2019-08-28T05:00
On this episode of the PluggedInGolf Podcast, Matt is joined by Josh Talge to discuss Titleist's new clubs for 2019, trends in equipment use on Tour, and much more.
ListenMatt Considine, NewClub Golf Founder from 2019-08-21T05:00
Inspired by the camaraderie that he found in the golf societies of the UK, Matt Considine decided to bring the idea stateside. The result is NewClub (visit them Listen
The Sixth Anniversary Show! from 2019-08-14T05:00
On this special episode celebrating Plugged In Golf's six year anniversary, Matt is joined by Matt Meeker. They answer reader questions, offer some of their "Best Ofs" from the past six years, ...
ListenBringing Generation Z to Golf from 2019-08-07T05:00
Generation Z - those born after the year 2000 - is already the biggest group in America. How can we get them into golf, and can we use those techniques to attract older golfers, too? We answer...
ListenCanal Shores - A Model for Accessible Golf from 2019-07-31T05:00
Making more golf accessible is one of the most important topics in the game. In this episode of the PluggedInGolf Podcast, we discuss that issue with Skyler Street, the Golf Operations Manager ...
ListenSun Mountain - Golf Bags and More from 2019-07-17T05:00
In this episode of the Plugged In Golf Podcast, we talk with Ed Kowachek, President of Sun Mountain Sports. We discuss the evolution of golf bags, what golf bag sales can tell us about golfers,...
ListenHow to Choose a Club Fitter from 2019-07-10T05:00
The most important golf equipment decision that you make is the first one: who will be your club fitter? In this episode, we offer some practical advice on what to look for in a fitter, what qu...
ListenGolf in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho from 2019-07-03T05:00
Idaho may not spring to mind when you think of golf destinations, but perhaps it should.
In this episode, we speak with David Christenson, PGA Professional at Listen
Steve Sacks, Sacks Parente Putters from 2019-06-19T05:00
Steve Sacks has spent his entire life in the golf industry. He is currently channeling this wealth of knowledge and experience into Sacks Parente putters, a company that takes a unique approach...
ListenGolf Professional, EJ Bertke from 2019-06-12T05:00
In many parts of the country, this spring has produced awful golf weather. Even though it's June, many of us are still knocking the winter rust off our games. With that in mind, we brought in ...
ListenGavin Dear, Shot Scope from 2019-06-05T05:00
Shot tracking companies like Shot Scope gather the data from millions of shots a month. This t...
ListenMinimalist Golf with Matt Lyon from 2019-05-22T05:00
Thanks in large part to social media, golfers and non-golfers alike are realizing that the game doesn't have to be like the PGA Tour that we see on TV. One of the voices sharing that message is...
ListenThe Realities of Influencer Life with @BryanGolf from 2019-05-15T05:00
If you've ever wondered about the realities of being a social media influencer, this is the episode for you. Bryan LaRoche, better known on Instagram as @BryanGolf, shares an unfiltered view of hi...
ListenAccra Shafts with Ken Thompson and Shawn Mullin from 2019-05-08T05:00
You won't find Accra shafts as a stock option in any of the big name drivers, and there's a reason for that: they only sell shafts to club fitters. Learn more about their unique business model, ho...
ListenDr. Eric Bean, Sports Psychologist from 2019-04-25T05:00
Do you want to play to your full potential more often? Do you want to keep those great rounds going instead of feeling the pressure and hopping on the bogey train?
If so, listen to this...
Gaining Swing Speed with Rick Silva from 2019-04-03T05:00
Everyone wants to hit the golf ball farther, but few know the facts about how to get it done. Rick Silva from Movement 3 Golf is one of those few, and in this episode, he shares some of the secret...
ListenHow to Host a Better Golf Outing from 2019-03-27T05:00
Are you involved in a charity golf outing? Want to make it more fun, more memorable, and more successful?
Val D'Souza from Kemper Sports is an expert on putting together great golf events...
2019 TItleist ProV1, Tour Only Golf Balls, and More from 2019-03-20T05:00
Michael Mahoney from Titleist is back on the PluggedInGolf Podcast to discuss a variety of interesting topics: the 2019 Pro V1, Tour Only golf balls, why Titleist golf balls cost so much, and more.
ListenTomo Bystedt, TaylorMade Golf from 2019-03-13T05:00
Want to learn about the new M5 and M6 drivers from one of the people who created it? Then check out this interview with Tomo Bystedt of TaylorMade Golf. In addition to M5/M6, we also discuss fitt...
ListenNew Shoes & Charitable Endeavors with TRUE Linkswear from 2019-03-06T06:00
Fresh off the release of TRUE's latest shoe, the Major, TRUE Linkswear President Jason Moore returns to the Plugged In Golf Podcast to discuss the company's plan for 2019. Not only are there many ...
ListenMitch Laurence, Golf Travel Expert from 2019-02-27T06:00
Mitch Laurence is a golf travel expert who, appropriately, writes and podcasts for the new golf travel website, GolfTripX.com. While many sites can give you information about the big name, bucket ...
ListenGetting Kids Into Golf with Connie DeMattia from 2019-02-13T06:00
If you have children or grandchildren and you'd like to see them involved in golf, this episode is a must-listen. Connie DeMattia, the Director of Golf at Cantigny Golf, runs a huge junior program...
ListenSub 70 Golf's Jason Hiland from 2019-02-06T06:00
Golf is an expensive game, and, over the last couple years, equipment has gotten a lot more expensive.
Sub 70 is a new OEM that uses the direct-to-consumer model to bring prices down...W...
Corey Gibson, Wedge Artist from 2019-01-30T06:00
You may not know the name Corey Gibson, but, if you're on Instagram, you've almost certainly seen his work. He's one of the most creative people in the club customization world, and his new compan...
ListenBucket List Golf Travel with Garmany Golf from 2019-01-16T06:00
Every golf trip is riddled with potential problems. You might book a bad hotel, get a terrible caddie, or miss out on an under-the-radar, world class course.
In this interview, Bud Garman...
Round 4 Putters - 3D Printed Flat Sticks! from 2019-01-09T06:00
Almost every putter in golf is either milled or cast. Round 4 Putters does things differently: they use 3D printing to make their flat sticks. Find out why they do this, and how it can help your ...
ListenInjury Prevention & More with NY Sports Science Lab from 2018-12-19T06:00
Any golfer who has ever felt the aches and pains of the game (which is all of us) has wondered if there's a magic bullet for keeping your body strong and pain-free
In this interview with S...
Golf Life Navigators - Matchmaking for Golfers and Country Clubs from 2018-12-12T06:00
Many people are interested in joining a country club, but it's often very hard to find any information, let alone choose the right club. Golf Life Navigators is a service - free to golfers - that'...
ListenDavid McLay-Kidd, Golf Course Designer from 2018-11-21T06:00
David McLay-Kidd, the architect who brought us Bandon Dunes, Mammoth Dunes, and many other wonderful courses, joins the PluggedInGolf Podcast to discuss course design, the state of golf, and much m...
ListenJon Claffey, Tour Edge Golf from 2018-11-14T06:00
Tour Edge is best known among gear heads for their premium Exotics line, but the EXS represents something new: Exotics performance at a value price. In this episode, Jon Claffey of Tour Edge expla...
ListenThe Tiger Effect with Josh Lesnik of Kemper Sports from 2018-10-17T05:00
Tiger's effect on golf's TV ratings are undeniable, but is he helping to grow the game? In this episode, we discuss that with Josh Lesnik of Kemper Sports.
ListenMovement 3 Golf & True Spec Revolutionize the Fitting Experience from 2018-10-10T05:00
Custom club fitters and golf instructors have, historically, stayed in their own worlds. At The Studio in Chicago, the two - in the form of True Spec Golf and Movement 3 Golf - work together to he...
ListenYouth On Course - Growing the Game from 2018-10-03T05:00
We all know that growing golf starts with kids, and few groups are doing more to get kids into golf than Youth On Course. They lower the barrier to golf by making green fees $5 at courses around t...
ListenJohn Oldenburg, LA Golf Shafts from 2018-09-19T05:00
There may not be any shaft designer in history with more wins and more well-known designs than John Oldenburg. After a storied career at Aldila, John has moved to LA Golf Shafts. In this intervie...
ListenThe Inside Scoop on Bridgestone's New Tour B JGR Clubs from 2018-09-12T13:00
Bridgestone's new Tour B JGR club line up was announced just minutes ago, and we have the full story on every one of them from Zack Kupperbusch of Bridgestone Golf.
ListenZack Oakley, Cleveland/Srixon Golf from 2018-08-29T07:00
Want all the details on the new Cleveland RTX-4 wedges and the full Srixon Z85 line up? Get them here direct from Zack Oakley of Cleveland/Srixon Golf.
ListenAre Your Shoes Costing You Distance and Accuracy? from 2018-08-22T07:00
In this episode, Matt talks with John Hohman of Pride Sports about the most overlooked piece of golf equipment: the spike. Pride Sports makes almost every cleat on every shoe in golf, and he has s...
ListenBruce Rearick, Burnt Edges Putting Guru from 2018-08-15T07:00
If you've ever struggled with your putting - and that's everyone - you need to listen to this episode. Bruce Rearick is at the forefront of modern thinking about putting...and his system is backed...
ListenVictor Afable, VA Composites from 2018-08-08T07:00
The entire golf industry is competitive, and the shaft market is no exception. Nonetheless, industry veteran Victor Afable chose to launch VA Composites last year. Learn what led him to that deci...
ListenBrian Bazzel, TaylorMade Golf from 2018-08-01T07:00
TaylorMade's new GAPR family of clubs made a strong debut at the recent Open Championship in the bags of Tiger Woods and many others. In this episode, Matt speaks with Brian Bazzel, one of the men...
ListenAdam Young, Game-Changing Golf Instructor from 2018-07-25T07:00
Traditional golf instruction - teaching positions, trying to get certain body parts to do specific things - works for some players, but it's failed at least as many. Adam Young brings an entirely ...
ListenMarshall Thompson, Fujikura Golf from 2018-07-18T07:00
Every wonder what it's like working on a PGA Tour van? Find out that, and much more in this interview with Marshall Thompson from Fujikura Golf.
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