427: 23 Lessons to Play Better Without Swing Changes (Pt 2/2)
Release Date: 09/11/2025
446: Eric Duffett - Use Shot Pattern To Pick Smart Targets & Make Better Decisions
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>>! >> (until 12/31/25). Every golfer thinks they’re playing smart golf… until they look at their actual shot patterns. If you’ve ever stood in the fairway wondering why your “perfect” drive found trouble—or why your approach shot ended up short-sided—you’re not alone. Most golfers have no idea where their shots really go, and that’s why course management breaks down. That’s exactly what led me to the Shot Pattern App, one of the smartest tools I’ve ever used to visualize dispersion, understand tendencies, and plan smarter targets. In this episode, I’m...
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445: The 5 Types of Wicked Smart Practice Every Golfer Needs
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>>! Most golfers think they’re practicing… but they’re really just exercising their bad habits. They hit the same shots, to the same targets, with no plan, no feedback, and no real improvement. Then they wonder why the results don’t show up on the course. The truth is, practice is where consistency is built—or destroyed. If you don’t have a system for how you practice, you’ll never reach your potential. In this episode, I break down the five types of practice that separate average golfers from elite performers. This is the same framework I’ve used for over 20 years of...
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Get the Wicked Smart Golf Practice Formula (Early BFCM Deal)
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>>! Get instant access to 80+ structured practice plans for every skill area — full swing, wedges, short game, putting, and mental game. Stop wasting range time and finally practice with purpose. Use code "EARLY" to save on your investment. This deal expires on 11/20 so act now to never waste time again in practice.
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James Sieckmann - A Masterclass From the #1 Short Game Coach (Flashback Friday)
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>>1 spot left for mental golf coaching in November; email to learn more now. >>Ready to play better golf? using the code "WICKEDSMART" James Sieckmann is widely regarded as the #1 short game coach in golf, having worked with countless PGA and LPGA Tour players to refine their skills around the greens. Known as the "Short Game Guru," he has revolutionized how players approach wedges and putting, combining cutting-edge techniques with a deep understanding of the mental game. James is also the author of two acclaimed books, and , which offer step-by-step...
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444: Will Robins - The "Scoring Method" To Lower Your Handicap Fast
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: The best wrist trainer in golf and become your swing coach (use code WICKEDSMART to save on your investment). Today’s guest is Will Robins — one of the most inspiring and practical coaches in golf. Will’s story is incredible. After surviving the 2004 tsunami in Thailand, he completely transformed his life and coaching philosophy. That experience reshaped how he approaches the game, and it’s why he’s now one of the most respected coaches for both amateurs and professionals around the world. In this episode, we dive deep into: Will’s life-changing story of surviving a...
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443: Michael Leonard - How To Train Your Mind to Thrive Under Pressure
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>>2 spots left for mental golf coaching this month! Email to see if it's a good fit >> - 20% off with code "WICKEDSMART" at checkout Today, I'm sharing an episode where I was a guest with Paul Salter on his show, The Scratch Golfer's Mindset. Paul is a good friend and helping golfer with the mental side of the game to help overcome limiting beliefs and play to their potential. In this episode, you'll learn: The key differences between the mental game of golf and true mindset training How to identify and eliminate self-talk that sabotages your performance Why protecting your...
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442: Mike Carroll - The Secrets to Strength, Mobility, & Smart Training
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>> (FREE 7-day trial and 20% off discount when using the code, WICKEDSMART). If you care about getting faster, stronger, and staying pain-free so you can play great golf for decades … this episode is a must-listen. Today I’m joined by Mike Carroll, the creator of Fit For Golf — one of the most respected golf strength & conditioning programs in the world. Mike has helped thousands of golfers increase speed, improve mobility, build strength, and play injury-free with science-based training that fits real life. We cover: Why “golf fitness” is really about golf performance ...
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441: 10 Mental Golf MISTAKES You Must Avoid for Lower Scores
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>>: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%) >>Email Michael for mental golf coaching options () Most golfers don’t struggle because of their swing, they struggle because of what’s happening between their ears. In this episode, we break down the 10 most common mental golf mistakes that cost players strokes every single round… and more importantly, how you can avoid them. If you’ve ever felt stuck, frustrated, or like you’re capable of better scores than you’re posting, this is the blueprint to...
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Dr. Joseph Parent: STOP 3-Putting with ZEN Putting (Flashback Friday)
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>> >>: 75+ Practice plans and a 90-minute masterclass to practice like a pro. Dr. Joseph Parent - the author behind (one of the best-selling golf books of all time, more than 1M copies sold) is back on the show. Dr. Parent first appeared in episode #222 to talk about the mental game but today we're covering putting. He'll share some of his biggest mental tips to help you have more confidence on the greens with the principles from . When you listen to this full interview with Dr. Parent, you will learn: How to redefine "making putts." How to get out of a...
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440: James Berry - How to Train Your Mind Like a Pro
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: The best wrist trainer in golf and become your swing coach (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20% on your investment) through November 2025. >>Email me about MENTAL GOLF COACHING: James Berry is a former professional golfer, performance coach, and author of The College Golfer. Drawing from years of competing at an elite level and guiding top players, James breaks down what truly separates great golfers from the pack. In this episode, we explore the habits, mindset, and training principles that fuel consistent performance — including how to practice with purpose, manage...
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Listen to part one if you haven't to get my 12-day golf bender recap and start of the tips to play better without swing changes.
In this episode, you will learn:
- How to use your senses to stay present.
- How a digital detox can help you stay focused.
- Why you should "activate" your body before the round.
- The importance of having a peak performance checklist.
- The power of talking out your shots (and not caring about the opinion of other golfers).
And a lot more tips to play better without swing changes.
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