Episodes
Jan. 26, 2020
S2 Ep52: Grumpy Golfers
John and Jeff pitch a fit about some of the stuff in golf that really pisses them off! Jeff complains if John hits his ball out of the fairway (as usual) he can now move impediments in his way and, within the rules, improve his lie. BUT! Jeff can hit a ball straight down the middle (as usual) and i…
Jan. 19, 2020
S2 Ep51: Golf Gadgets And Gimmicks
Do you think it would be easier to spend $399.99 on that miracle club that will get you 300 yard+ Drives straight down the fairway EVERY TIME? Why not just spend less and get some lessons and learn how to hit the clubs you already have? Don't fall prey to the on-line charlatans that are after your …
Jan. 11, 2020
S2 Ep50: Whats Under Your Feet
Not all ground is the same. Not even bunkers. Not all sand is the same. What part of the beach are you on? The light fluffy sand? The sand where a little water hits and it's dry but a bit packed? Or are you on the sand that is hard-packed? And don't get me started on types of grass. You see, it rea…
Jan. 4, 2020
S2 Ep49: The Art Of Golf
Putting Problems? All it takes is one thin dime to fix your putter alignment mistakes. Jeff tells us 5 of the biggest mistakes ALL golfers make at one time or another. And George Lawrence, President of the Academy Of Golf Art is our special guest. Another fun, informative and entertaining hour of g…
Dec. 29, 2019
S2 Ep48: A Golf Potpourri
Hope y'all had a merry Christmas and are looking forward to the new year. this is our last show for the year. We revisit some old stories, add some new stories and revisit all the reason why you have to agree that Jeff Smith is the #1 Golf Instructor in the state of Indiana
Dec. 22, 2019
S2 Ep47: Pull Out Your MAshee And Niblick
We interview the President of The Gof Heritage Society, Dr. Bern Bernacki about the history of the game and how you can get involved in preserving the history and traditions of the game. Maybe even get involved in playing the game the way it used to be, with hickory shafts.
Dec. 15, 2019
S2 Ep46: Whats Your Swing Type
What kind of swing type are you? A head down flipper? Maybe a hang backer? A knee dipper, maybe. A blocker or an over the topper? Maybe a spin out guy or a big lag dude? Jeff discusses each of these, what problems they present and how to fix them quickly, easily, and painlessly. Plus the odd golf s…
Dec. 8, 2019
S2 Ep45: Bio Swing Dynamics and Spirits
We talk to E.A. Tischler, the co-founder of the Bio Swing Dynamics school of golf instruction, It's what Jeff Smith uses, as well as many of the top 100 teachers in the country. We explore the differences and benefits. Also, we talk to Doug Kragel, from Diagio distilleries about bourbon and the pos…
Dec. 1, 2019
S2 Ep44: He's Number ONE
We celebrate the fact that our own Jeff Smith has been named the #1 Golf Instructor in the state of Indiana. Not that it comes as a surprise to us. We also talk about one of Jeff's former students, Tyler Duncan, who just won his first PGA tournament.
Nov. 24, 2019
S2 Ep43: Just Teach Me To Suck Less
Jeff Smith and Sara Stone join the show from the Top 100 Teachers Conference in Pinehurst. They not only share their great techniques for learning to play better but Sara has some pretty interesting stories about teaching former President, Bill Clinton, a few things on the course. Whether your goa…
Nov. 18, 2019
S2 Ep42: Speed It Up. We're Burning Daylight
Yup. Days are shorter. Days are cooler. Two very good reasons for speeding up your game. Frost delays and early sunsets can really screw up the time you can send on the course. Use what time you have wisely.
Nov. 10, 2019
S2 Ep41: Every Golfer Can Improve
Marty Griffin, teaching Pro from Madison Wisconsin who specializes in teaching golfers with 18 handicaps and higher, joins the guys to prove even John can get better! No matter how good or bad you think you are at golf, there are some simple techniques to get much better; to hit the ball better; to…
Nov. 3, 2019
S2 Ep40: The Only Stats That Count
Brooke Watts, from Star Ranch in Austin TX. joins the guys for a lively discussion designed to make you better. Jeff wants you to know there are really only 2 stats that are important to know if you want to improve. Listen close and all will be revealed. Jeff insists he can tell you how to improve…
Oct. 27, 2019
S2 Ep39: Shut Up And Pay Attention
What do you do when your skills improve but your score doesn't? Leave the frustration behind and follow Jeff's excellent advice. Pay attention. Pay attention to your surroundings; to where the trouble is; to what kind of lie you have and what clubs you know you can effectively use from that lie. Al…
Oct. 21, 2019
S2 Ep38: Put This On Your Bucket List
We spend the weekend at a place you need to put on your bucket list: The French Lick Resort in French Lick, Indiana. We were there for the Senior LPGA Championship, presented by Old National Bank but you need to go for the golf (there are 3 classic courses from Pete Dye, Donald Ross and Tom Bendelo…
Oct. 13, 2019
S2 Ep37: One Million New Golfers
The guys talk to Matthew Reagan from Operation36. Matthew and his folks head up a pretty cool idea to get 1 million new people hooked on golf in the not too distant future. It's a new technique to learn that is more fun. Spend more time on the course playing than on the range practicing!
Oct. 7, 2019
S2 Ep36: One More Major
There is nothing that makes us feel more like Fall has finally arrived than spending a week at the French Lick Resort for the Senior LPGA Championship, Presented by Old National Bank. Not even pumpkin spice latte's come close. We spend an entertaining, educational and downright fun hour talking to …
Sept. 29, 2019
S2 Ep35: Lets Be Realistic Here
Let's face it, you don't have that shot! There are so many times we weekend golfers try to pull off a shot that requires perfection, only to kick ourselves after we screw it up. So lets face it, you are NOT going to put that ball on the green 246 yards away with your 3 wood; you are not going to ge…
Sept. 22, 2019
S2 Ep34: Golf Stories And Some Of Them Are True
John and Jeff relate some on course golf stories that are actually true, and a few they have taken liberties with. Also, a company in Louisville that makes custom head covers from a picture of your pet is profiled. Remarkable stories and Cuddle Clones this week
Sept. 15, 2019
S2 Ep33: He Can Make Golf Painless
Todd McDaniel has a space on Facebook called Gimmie Golf where you can buy, sell or trade new and used golf equipment! And then comes a conversation with Bart Potter, His website, jiffybody.com, will show you how to easily replace popping those pre-round Ibuprofens with some simple movements to mak…
Sept. 1, 2019
S2 Ep32: Hey, Be Careful Out There
Our main interview is with David Maddox, Chief Meteorologist with Weather Pros. We talk about how to avoid lightning on the golf course. What are the signs? Where can you hide? What can you do to stay safe in the middle of a thunderstorm on the golf course?
Aug. 25, 2019
S2 Ep31: Golf Gives Back. Again.
Mike Thompson of RX.golf talks about a prescription discount card that contributes to Junior Golf all over the country. John and Jeff also talk about the stupid handicap system used at the FEDEX Championship this year. And finally, grips. When to change them. How to tell if you need to change them.…
Aug. 18, 2019
S2 Ep30: Are You Slow Or Just Half Fast
From the guys who play like they're the only ones on the course to the guys who play like they have ice cream melting in the car, John and Jeff talk about all those frustrations of slow play and what to do about it.
Aug. 11, 2019
S2 Ep29: Don't Hit Into The Wind
Or tug on Superman's cape! Don't hit into the wind until you have listened to and understood what Jeff is talking about in this episode. Jeff Smith explains the subtle changes you should make when hitting your Tee shot into the wind. It isn't as hard as you might think. And while you're listening …
