Best Par Train Podcasts (2024)

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#353: Coaching Calls - From an 8 to a 1 Handicap By Crafting a Game Plan without Swing Overhauls 1:00:57

1h ago1:00:57

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This is the first episode of the "coaching calls" mini series where Ev brings on the players he coaches on the mental game, and they unpack their work together to help your game. Thomas Fine hops aboard the Train for the first time to detail his crazy journey. Only working with Ev for a year, his goal was to go from a 8 to a 5 index. Less than a ye…

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#352: LFG - CELEBRATING THE GRIND AND COLD WEATHER with Bilas, Cupp, Singer, and Cermak 11 minute 10:14

36m ago10:14

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Welcome aboard the LFG Series. A monthly short-form series compiling the best soundbites from our most popular podcasts designed to get you in the right mindset on your way to your next round, range sesh, or whatever is important to you. This month's LFG series is all about CELEBRATING THE GRIND AND COLD WEATHER with soundbites College Basketball L…

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Dealing With, and Overcoming Golf Injuries with Bob Forman 36:03

11h ago36:03

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GSfMO#360 December 4, 2012 Lower back, mid back, hamstrings, knees, elbows, wrists. All common areas for golf pain. Exercise Physiologist Bob Forman returns to identify what specifically is hurting you and how to deal with them by prescribing stretches, exercises, and drills. This was originally a Members Only episode that lived behind our paywall …

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91: Harry Ollington 49:17

3h ago49:17

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Harry Ollington is a former collegiate golfer from the University of Minnesota, who most recently qualified with his partner (Drew Bosley) for the 2025 US AM 4-Ball. Harry and Jordan discuss the world of amateur tournament golf and more in this episode!By Member Guest

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Get More Out Of Your Game In Just 10 Minutes A Day with Golf Fitness Expert Joey 'D' 59:16

12h ago59:16

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971: Summary This conversation features golf fitness expert and author Joey 'D' Diovisalvi on the critical role of the body in golf performance. Joey explores how golfers can improve their game through better understanding of their physical capabilities, the importance of flexibility, mobility, and strength, and the need for proper conditioning. Th…

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#351: How to Work on Your Golf Swing and Actually Get Better (Not Worse!) 1:07:37

3d ago1:07:37

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Pat Cermak, the 4th Cermak brother, hops aboard the Train to school us on why he left his corporate job to teach golf. A D1 player at Toledo, now giving lessons for a living, he lives and breathes the golf swing. Endless access to range balls. Working on his game more than ever. And he's now a +4 handicap. He's actually gotten BETTER the more he's …

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Your Posture Could Be The Key to Fixing Your Game with Bob Forman 41:26

5d ago41:26

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GS#359 Exercise Physiologist Bob Forman warns about golf magazines' promises to increase your distance. Fix your posture at address or lose distance and invite back pain. Our SCOR Zone Short Game Academy helps you decide which club to use between two distances. Follow @golfsmarter on Instagram, X, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube for daily highlights and …

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Dr. Luke Benoit, Creator of the Rypstick, Shares Game-Changing Insights on Swing Mechanics and Speed Training 46:36

8d ago46:36

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In this episode of Accelerate Golf, I speak with Dr. Luke Benoit, founder of RypGolf and one of the leading minds in speed training and biomechanics. Currently the Director of Instruction at the prestigious Interlachen Country Club in Minnesota, Luke shares how he transitioned from professional golfer to sought-after instructor, driven by his passi…

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90: John Ellis 47:11

6d ago47:11

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John Ellis is a professional caddie on the bag for Wyndham Clark. He and Jordan discuss what it's like caddying at the highest levels of the sport, how John actually beat Wyndham before a golf tournament, and his time spent playing professionally and coaching.By Member Guest

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It's Time We Learn How To Appreciate Our Good Misses with Joel Suggs 53:35

8d ago53:35

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970: Summary This week we meet Joel Suggs, PGA Master Professional, who explains the role of master professionals, the intricacies of golf instruction, focusing on his concept of the "Scoring PGA" personal bell curve that every golfer experiences. We also explore how understanding one's average performance can shift the mental approach to the game,…

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#350: Mastering the Margins with Mark Immelman - The Fine Line Between Success and Failure 1:06:56

10d ago1:06:56

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Mark Immelman, PGA Tour broadcaster, Author, Golf Coach, Podcast Host and brother of Masters Champion Trevor Immelman hops aboard the Train to help you master the margins. What do all the pros do that no amateurs do? Why do things become so difficult after achieving your dream? Why is the US Team so dominant in the President's Cup but not in the Ry…

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More ScoreZone Short Game Academy with the Wedge Guy 43:14

12d ago43:14

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GS#358fMO November 20, 2012 GSfMO#358 Terry "The Wedge Guy" Koehler, CEO of SCOR Golf joins us for 40 minutes to answer more questions submitted to SCOR Zone Short Game Academy. We've received so many great questions about improving our short game that we decided to answer 4 more questions in a full episode. This was originally a Members Only episo…

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89: Ryan Carey (Golden Age Auctions) 45:55

15d ago45:55

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Ryan Carey is the founder of Golden Age Auctions, the world’s leading destination for golf collectibles and memorabilia. Founded in 2006, Golden Age prides itself on helping collectors buy, sell, and consign some of the most significant collectibles in golf history. We have clients in 58 different countries and have been regularly featured on ESPN,…

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Lack of Awareness Leads to Increased Tension, Which Leads to Poor Results...with Jayne Storey 50:55

15d ago50:55

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969: Summary Jayne Storey returns to discuss her latest book, 'The Athlete's Ascent', which explores the relationship between deep practice and high performance across various sports. She emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, the impact of technology on attention, and the necessity of stillness in achieving optimal performance. Jayne also ad…

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Episode 200: Belynda Smith and I talk about my sleep book 1:01:26

18d ago1:01:26

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Woohooo! It's the 200th episode!Thank you to everyone who has listened to this podcast, whether this is the first time you've listened, or the 200th!I'm celebrating with Belynda Smith, who is not only the Editor of my trilogy of books, but also an Aware Parenting instructor and Hand in Hand Instructor.We chat together about all different aspects of…

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#349: Overcoming Performance Pressure - Golf Tournament Tips, Scrambles, and more 52:36

17d ago52:36

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Ev and Cerm sit down to unpack their two recent scramble experiences -> One great performance and one poor performance. They dig into what led to each, how to overcome performance pressure, how to get out of your own way and so much more. **Big News: THE RHOBACK X PAR TRAIN LIMITED POLO HAS OFFICIALLY DROPPED. Tap this link for 15% off (auto applie…

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348: In Case You Missed It - September 2024 Recap of The Par Train Podcast 54:43

17d ago54:43

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Trying to catch up? New to the Train? Want a refresher of the month prior? Monthly recaps is for you! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 8-10 minute clip of every episode from the month of September. Here are the episodes from September: Ep. 340 - The Negative Effects of Not Knowing the Difference…

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Episode 199: Restful sleep with a baby and two young children with Carly Facius 1:03:47

23d ago1:03:47

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I'm so delighted that Carly Facius has returned to the podcast for the 4th time. She was also on episodes 149, 154, and 159.Carly is a mother of three, Registered Midwife, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, holds a Master of Primary Maternity Care, and is an Aware Parenting instructor.Carly starts off by sharing her own journey wit…

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Shooting Par… In Less Than an Hour! Speedgolf with Jaacob Bowden 50:05

19d ago50:05

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GS#357 November 13, 2012 Jaacob Bowden came in 5th at the 2012 Speed Golf World Championships. He joins Fred to discuss Speed Golf, how to train, and how playing at this pace can impact your mental game. Follow @golfsmarter on Instagram, X, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube for daily highlights and helpful insights from our interviews on the podcast. We al…

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88: Dave Carothers and Rick Helling (US Senior Am) 54:05

22d ago54:05

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Dave 'Mama' Carothers discusses his experience qualifying in his home state of MN for the US Senior Am. He and his caddie (Rick Helling) share stories about the accomplishment, an overview of 'The Honors Course' and some sound advice for elite amateur golfers out there.By Member Guest

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Playing the Lie: A Hard-Hitting Look at the Ridiculous Theories Ruining Your Golf Game with Gareth Winslow 59:56

22d ago59:56

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#968 Summary Golf Instructor Gareth Winslow joins us from New Zealand to discuss his teaching philosophies that lead to writing the book 'Playing the Lie: A Hard-Hitting Look at the Ridiculous Theories Ruining Your Golf Game', which challenges common misconceptions in golf instruction. He emphasizes the importance of fundamentals, proper warm-up te…

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#347: Going From Average to Elite - How to Make the Jump with Kevin Ward 1:03:44

24d ago1:03:44

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Kevin Ward, PGA Teacher and Founder of the Golf Stable, hops aboard the Train to help us all get to the next level. Kevin played golf at Kansas and considered himself an "average" player with scoring average of 77. He then went to see Chuck Cook and everything changed, improving his scoring average by 5 shots, winning multiple times and being a pla…

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#346: LFG - COMMON AMATEUR GOLFER MISTAKES with Johnson, Cermak, Singer and Lapa 10:48

24d ago10:48

10:48

Welcome aboard the LFG Series. A monthly short-form series compiling the best soundbites from our most popular podcasts designed to get you in the right mindset on your way to your next round, a work out, range sesh, or whatever is important to you. This month's LFG series is all about COMMON AMATEUR MISTAKES with soundbites from some of the greate…

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Introduction to Jeff Ritter’s 52 week “Make The Turn” Challenge 45:10

26d ago45:10

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GSfMO #356 November 6, 2012. In this introduction to Jeff Ritter’s 52 week "Make The Turn" Challenge, he shares a plan to offer challenges each Friday on the Jeff Ritter Golf Facebook page that rotate around Performance, Mindset, Fitness, and Nutrition. In this preview you’ll hear an awesome Short Game Drill that falls in as a Performance challenge…

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87: The Par Train (Evan Singer) 44:17

1M ago44:17

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Evan Singer co-founded the par train years ago, and has grown the brand to a top golf podcast, and #1 mental podcast. Jordan and Evan chat the mental game, some favorite golf experiences and more. Check out "The Par Train" for awesome golf related content daily.By Member Guest

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Episode 198: The power of play before sleep with Vivian Viester 54:22

28d ago54:22

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Episode 198: The power of play before sleep with Vivian Viester by Marion Rose, PhD.By Marion Rose, PhD.

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The Impact AI is Already Having on Revolutionizing Golf Training 49:14

29d ago49:14

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#967 Summary Jeehae Lee, co-founder of Sportsbox AI, joins us to discuss the revolutionary impact of artificial intelligence on golf training and coaching. As a former LPGA Tour player, Jeehae utilized her MBA and golf history to develop Sportsbox AI, an app that allows golfers to measure their swings using just their mobile phones, bridging the co…

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#345: Mental Game Roundtable - The Pitfalls of Taking Golf Seriously 1:06:26

1M ago1:06:26

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Andrew Dillon, a new listener, sent Ev and Cerm an e-mail two weeks ago about his long journey and struggle with the game. Andrew, a 30 handicap, finally started to "take the game seriously" and yet hasn't gotten better. He's left tournaments early, felt self doubt, embarrassment, and so much more. If you've ever put more into the game and gotten l…

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Integrated Approach to Game Improvement with Jeff Ritter 42:01

1M ago42:01

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GS#355 October 31, 2012 Jeff Ritter, a longtime favorite golf coach on GOLF SMARTER, returns for Part 1 of 2 to talk about his integrated approach to coaching golf, his 52 week Make The Turn Challenge, and how his passion for the game he loves translates to making every one of his students much better. In our SCORZone Short Game Academy, Terry Koeh…

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#56 - Is Your Franchisee Training Up to Par? Reasons It Might Be Time for an Overhaul 7:02

1M ago7:02

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This episode covers franchisor training programs, an important topic, because franchisee training can make or break a franchise. I recently saw this firsthand at a Pilates studio with outstanding instructor training. It was evident from the start that the instructors benefited from a well-executed training program—they were clear, concise, and cons…

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86: 2024 Golf Memories 33:09

1M ago33:09

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Andy and Jordan review their top memories of the 2024 season. Snippets of Andy's hole in one, Jordan's 66 and some not so memorable memories...By Member Guest

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Walking a Course Just Got Easier & The Health Benefits Are Huge 59:25

1M ago59:25

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#966 Summary The conversation with Billy Holbrook of MGI Golf revolves around the benefits of walking a golf course versus using a golf cart. We discuss how walking allows for a better memory of the course, a more enjoyable experience, increased opportunity for social interaction, the health benefits of walking, and the misconception that carts are…

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#344: NFL Legend Jonathan Stewart on the Trap of Progress and the Relentless Running Back Mentality 41:32

1M ago41:32

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NFL Pro Bowler and Legendary running back Jonathan Stewart hops aboard the Train to talk about the trap of wanting progress, why rookie running backs are just like amateur golfers, the mentality of pro bowl running backs and how it applies to golf, his path to a single digit handicap, his thoughts on the Carolina Panthers QB situation and so much m…

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Do You Have Money Dysmorphia? 32:13

1M ago32:13

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Chances are, most of us know and understand the term body dysmorphia, but have you heard of money dysmorphia? Now money dysmorphia isn’t a clinically diagnosed medical illness, but it’s a phrase coined by the internet to describe having a warped sense or understanding of your finances, which then in turn leads to irrational money decision-making. S…

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Pt2: Greatest Upset at the 1955 US Open with author Neil Sagebiel 43:39

1M ago43:39

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GSfMO #354 October 23, 2012 Author Neil Sagebiel returns for Pt2 on Ben Hogan losing the 1955 US Open at The Olympic Club in San Francisco. In this episode we run through the 4 rounds, learn who Neil spoke to while doing his research, and what the TV and media coverage was like for the PGA Tour in 1955. "The Longest Shot - Jack Fleck, Ben Hogan, an…

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85: Becoming Scratch 45:45

2M ago45:45

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Andy and Jordan discuss the tips and tricks learned to get to that coveted "scratch golfer" title. 1. Swing changes 2. Mental game 3. Fitness 4. EquipmentBy Member Guest

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Chatting With My Caddie, Sam, While Walking the Last 5 Holes at Chambers Bay 46:53

1M ago46:53

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GS#966 Recently, while in Seattle, my travel buddies and I had the opportunity to play Chambers Bay, a walking only, public, links style course on the shore of Puget Sound. You may remember Chambers Bay from when it hosted the 2015 US Open won by Jordan Spieth who stayed one stroke ahead of runners-up Dustin Johnson and Louis Oosthuizen for his fir…

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#343: Trey Wingo - The Struggles of a 9 Handicap, Being a Feel Player, Sports Takes and more 1:03:07

1M ago1:03:07

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Trey Wingo (@wingoz), long time SportsCenter and NFL Live Anchor, hops aboard the Train to unpack the challenges of being a 9 handicap, being a feel player, practice vs. play, swing thoughts, LIV vs. PGA, Scottie Scheffler, Tom Brady as a broadcaster, NFL teams and so much more. Listen to Trey Wingo's podcast Alternative Routes here: https://wonder…

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Mel talks Wellness with Jennifer Benfield 40:27

2M ago40:27

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What dragons have you had to slay in your life? Each of us have faced different dragons, big and small, that we've come up against in our lives. Talking health, wellness, and thriving, Jennifer Benfield joins Mel this week to discuss the dragon that entered her life and forced her to reassess everything about the way she was living. Tune into this …

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Golf's Greatest Upset at the 1955 US Open with author Neil Sagabiel 46:51

2M ago46:51

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GS#353 October 16, 2012 You've heard of Ben Hogan, but have you ever of Jack Fleck? In 1955, at the peak of his career, Hogan was the favorite to win his 5th US Open crown at San Francisco's Olympic Club, home of his first US Open title. Author Neil Sagebiel joins us for 2 episodes to share the story that has finally been released of the memorable …

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#55 - Are Your Franchises Happy? Insights on Franchisee Communications 14:02

2M ago14:02

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In this episode, I’m exploring the importance of listening to franchisees. I’m including an excerpt from my interview with Jeff Johnson, Founder and CEO of The Franchise Research Institute. Jeff explains how their comprehensive surveys and data analysis help franchisors gain valuable insights into franchisee satisfaction, and why listening to your …

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Mastering the Game: Insights from Top Instructor Dave Bove 43:49

2M ago43:49

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Mastering the Game: Insights from Top Instructor Dave Bove In this episode of the Accelerate Golf podcast, I sit down with Dave Bove, Director of Instruction at Tashua Knolls Golf Course and one of Golf Digest’s best young teachers in America. Dave shares his unique approach to golf instruction, combining classic techniques with modern technology t…

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“Songs In The Key of Golf” The Punk Rock Band MAJORS Conquers Our Favorite Game 47:04

2M ago47:04

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GS#964: Summary Justin Camarena and Bricks, members of a punk band that loves golf, MAJORS discuss their unique combination of music and golf. They share how their love for punk music and their addiction to golf led them to create a band that writes songs about golf. They talk about their yearly golf trips and the challenges of playing 36 holes a d…

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#342: Replay Rate - Dr. Bob Rotella on How to Make Your Next Shot Your Best Shot 1:03:52

2M ago1:03:52

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Introducing a new mini series called Replay Rate. When we take our most streamed episodes from years ago and replay them for a much needed refresher. This episode with Dr. Bob Rotella is from 2.5 years ago and our #1 streamed episode. Dr. Bob Rotella, the premiere sports psychologist in the world, hops aboard the Train to help you think like the be…

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341: In Case You Missed It - August 2024 Recap of The Par Train Podcast 53:25

2M ago53:25

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Trying to catch up? New to the Train? Want a refresher of the month prior? Monthly recaps is for you! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 8-10 minute clip of every episode from the month of August. Here are the episodes from August: #334 - Overcoming The Pressure of People Watching and Finally brea…

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Mel and Lawsie Talk Giving Your Willpower a Break 27:15

2M ago27:15

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You know when you tell yourself you're not doing something anymore, and then a week later you find yourself unconsciously in the process of doing just that? A few weeks ago, Mel found herself in just that loop. She set herself the challenge to shop her closet and not the stores, and yet when Sarah Blakely dropped her new Sneex, she caught herself a…

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Pt2 with Founder of Adams Golf - Barney Adams 31:37

2M ago31:37

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GSfMO #352 October 9, 2012 Barney Adams, founder of Adams Golf, starts part 2 talking about his book “The WOW Factor” based on how he became a successful entrepreneur. For him, every business is a service business. Then he slides into the mission of Adams Golf when he was in charge. We get into a heated conversation on golf equipment and the state …

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84: Scott Fawcett 57:09

2M ago57:09

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Scott from DECADE golf joins Jordan to catch up since they last spoke in 2023. Topics include: 1. Divots in fairways 2. LIV golf 3. How analytics are changing the game 4. A live DECADE tutorial on holes 3, 15 and 18 at Windsong Farm Enjoy!By Member Guest

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Simplify and Fine Tune Your Putting Practice & Warmup / Bonus: PXG Fitting Session 1:04:28

2M ago1:04:28

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GS963: Summary Matt Davis, the creator of Puttercup is this week's guest. Putter Cup is an innovative golf hole insert that offers two products: the Speed Bump and the Center Cup. The Speed Bump is a 360-degree raised incline around the golf hole that forces golfers to hit the ball with enough speed and helps correct offline putts. The Center Cup i…

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#340: The Negative Effect of Not Knowing the Difference Between Practice and Play 1:02:30

2M ago1:02:30

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Mini Tour Pro Otto Black hops aboard the Train after qualifying for his first major -- the U.S. Open at Pinehurst. We unpack the biggest differences between pros and amateurs, his 68-65 qualifying rounds vs. missing the cut at Pinehurst, the difference between practice and play and how even many pros don't know the difference, and so much more. **B…

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