Plugged In Golf Podcast

Plugged In Golf's Matt Saternus interviews the most interesting, knowledgeable people in golf so that you can play better and enjoy the game more.

A Wide-Ranging Golf Chat 05/28/2025

A Wide-Ranging Golf Chat Johannes, the founder of Koger Golf, joins the show again for a wide-ranging conversation. Matt and Johannes start with the recent upgrades to the Koger golf bag, then discuss the best formats for golf, walking golf, golf in Scotland, and more. Check out the Koger Golf Bag Save 10% on all Koger purchases with code PLUG. Shop /episode/index/show/pluggedingolf/id/36737855

Inside Ow & Co Golf 05/07/2025

Inside Ow & Co Golf This is an episode for the true putter junkies. Ow & Co is a fairly new custom putter company fueled by the immense passion of Pete Pizzoferrato and Nick Morawiec. They specialize in turning customer's visions into flat stick reality. They're building something truly special, and they give us a great look behind the scenes in this interview. Visit Ow & Co: /episode/index/show/pluggedingolf/id/36358505

Lead Tape, Mini Drivers, and More Reader Questions 04/30/2025

Lead Tape, Mini Drivers, and More Reader Questions In this episode, Matt answers a host of reader questions about everything from the importance of lead tape to his all time WITB to his solutions for improving recreational golf. /episode/index/show/pluggedingolf/id/36359295

Using Hypnosis to Play Better Golf 03/26/2025

Using Hypnosis to Play Better Golf Most golfers know that the mental game is a huge part of golf, but how do we improve our mental game? Ken Holloway has an answer: hypnosis. As a master hypnotist, he has built a program that golfer's can use to play their A game more often, be more relaxed and present on the course, and eliminate the nerves that many of us feel. Check out Ken's website and use code PLUGGEDIN20 to save 20% on his programs. /episode/index/show/pluggedingolf/id/35791140

Megan Johnston on Youth Golf & More 02/12/2025

Megan Johnston on Youth Golf & More Megan Johnston, the new Head Teaching Professional at Big Cedar Lodge and winner of numerous awards for her golf coaching, joins the podcast to discuss her teaching career and much more. Megan shares insights into picking the right golf coach, getting your kids involved in the game, and how to succeed on the courses at Big Cedar. Follow Megan on Instagram @MeganJohnstonGolf /episode/index/show/pluggedingolf/id/35221670

Making Sense of Launch Monitor Data 01/29/2025

Making Sense of Launch Monitor Data With a mountain of new gear reviews coming, Matt thought it would be a good time to discuss launch monitor data. In this episode, he talks about the value (or lack thereof) of reading someone else's numbers, what numbers you should be aiming for, and much more. Watch this episode on YouTube /episode/index/show/pluggedingolf/id/35059930

Best Golf Gear of 2024 12/25/2024

Best Golf Gear of 2024 Matt & Matt do their annual breakdown of the best golf gear of 2024 in this episode. From drivers to putters, training aids to technology, they cover every great piece of gear they reviewed this year. Deals on some of our Best of 2024 gear Swing Caddie SC4 Pro Launch Monitor, save $100: Voice Caddie Laser FIT Rangefindersave $20: PUR Golf Truth Putting Trainer, save 20% with code PLUG: Tour Aim Training Aid, save 15%: /episode/index/show/pluggedingolf/id/34533020

Astral Putters - A World of Fitting Options 12/11/2024

Astral Putters - A World of Fitting Options If you go to the putting green at a big box golf store, you'll find hundreds of putters. However, the vast majority of those putters fit one of three main archetypes. Astral Putters was created to give golfers more options, provide a better fit, and, ultimately, to help them make more putts. In this episode, Matt talks with the Founder Blake Callaway and Partner Jeremy Cost about the genesis of Astral Putters, the fitting process, and much more. Check out the review of Astral Putters /episode/index/show/pluggedingolf/id/34318270

Rethinking Forgiveness with Sub 70 12/04/2024

Rethinking Forgiveness with Sub 70 Is it possible that all the major OEMs and the USGA are thinking about forgiveness the wrong way? That's the bet that Sub 70 is making with their new 859 Pro driver, and the results so far are very impressive. In this episode, Matt talks with Sub 70's club design consultant, Bob Renegar, about ART Design, a totally new way of thinking about forgiveness in golf clubs. Check out our review of the Sub 70 859 Pro driver /episode/index/show/pluggedingolf/id/34240560

Finding Your Flow State with Stephen Baker 11/27/2024

Finding Your Flow State with Stephen Baker In this episode, Matt talks with performance coach Stephen Baker about how golfers can play to their potential and bring their "range game" to the course. As a certified mentor and practitioner with the Flow Genome Project, Stephen has helped people in many fields find their flow state to perform at their best. Visit Stephen's website for a free consultation /episode/index/show/pluggedingolf/id/34155650

Club Fitting with AI 11/20/2024

Club Fitting with AI In this week's episode, Matt sits down with Nick Sherburne, founder of Club Champion, to discuss how his company is using artificial intelligence to make club fitting faster, better, and more scientific. /episode/index/show/pluggedingolf/id/33915527

Busting Golf Fitness Myths with Chris Finn 10/30/2024

Busting Golf Fitness Myths with Chris Finn In this episode, we dive deep on golf fitness with Chris Finn, the CEO and Founder of Par4Success [get your free Home Mobility Assessment ]. They separate fact from fiction when it comes to golf workouts, how to stay fast and safe regardless of your age, and much more. Check out our previous podcast with Chris and our Golf Myths Unplugged on speed training featuring Chris's original research . Watch this episode on YouTube Listen to the Plugged In Golf Podcast on iTunes /episode/index/show/pluggedingolf/id/33643357

In Depth with Titleist on the New GT Line 10/09/2024

In Depth with Titleist on the New GT Line We welcome back Stephanie Luttrell, Titleist’s Director of Metalwoods Development, and JJ Van Wezenbeeck, Titleist’s Director of Player Promotions, to discuss the Titleist GT drivers and fairway woods [check out their previous appearance ]. They give us tremendous insight into the tech that powers these clubs and the development process. If you're a gear head, this is a must-listen episode. Check out our Titleist GT reviews Watch this episode on YouTube /episode/index/show/pluggedingolf/id/33332127

Reader Questions + T.W.I.G. 09/18/2024

Reader Questions + T.W.I.G. On this week's podcast, Matt answers reader questions about the best new products for 2025, how to gain swing speed, and much more. For This Week In Gear, Matt talks about the Titleist GT woods and the must-have Tour Aim Plus. Save 15% on Tour Aim with the code PLUGGEDIN15 /episode/index/show/pluggedingolf/id/33073752

JumboMax Grips + This Week In Gear 09/11/2024

JumboMax Grips + This Week In Gear On this episode, Matt starts things off with a This Week In Gear segment where he speaks on the recent Golf Myths Unplugged featuring the BGT RedZone wedge shaft and the MacGregor MT-Pro irons. For the interview, Matt is joined by John Mazzanoble, President of JumboMax grips, to discuss the benefits of larger grips, grip fitting, and JumboMax's most famous user, Bryson DeChambeau. /episode/index/show/pluggedingolf/id/32945157

This Week in Gear + Mailbag 09/04/2024

This Week in Gear + Mailbag In Matt's first video podcast, he talks about This Week in Gear, including the new SWAG putters and PXG irons. He also answers reader questions about putting out of bunkers, how to prepare for fall golf, and much more. /episode/index/show/pluggedingolf/id/32878142

One on One with JP Golf 08/21/2024

One on One with JP Golf James Patrick Harrington, the man behind JP Golf, joins the podcast again to discuss his new JP Camber wedges. Matt and JP dive deep into wedge fitting and how the sole works with each player's swing. In the Back Nine, JP drops a great golf drill and a wide-ranging dream foursome. Check out the review of the JP Camber Wedge /episode/index/show/pluggedingolf/id/32608137

Updating Your Strategy 08/07/2024

Updating Your Strategy Many modern courses feature massive greens and severe undulations in and around them. Does this require us to rethink the king of stats, greens in regulation? Matt dives into the data, and offers a simple three-step solution to smarter target selection, in this episode. Check out the written lesson /episode/index/show/pluggedingolf/id/32444392

Golf Course Rankings Are Stupid 07/24/2024

Golf Course Rankings Are Stupid Rankings are ubiquitous. From movies to songs to golf clubs and restaurants, we are addicted to lists. But when it comes to golf courses, rankings are stupid. Matt explains why in this episode. Check out the article /episode/index/show/pluggedingolf/id/32096557

Shot Pattern with Eric Duffet 07/10/2024

Shot Pattern with Eric Duffet Shot Pattern is arguably the best golf strategy app available. In this episode, Matt talks to its creator, Eric Duffet, about why he made it, how it helps golfers, and much more. /episode/index/show/pluggedingolf/id/32069762

Coaching Your Own Golf 05/29/2024

Coaching Your Own Golf It's Matt's favorite sports time of year: the NBA Playoffs. Watching these games has given Matt some thoughts about the limits of coaching, and how you can be a more effective coach for your own golf game. If you want to easily shave some strokes off your game, take a listen to this episode. /episode/index/show/pluggedingolf/id/31479277

Fripp Island Resort 05/22/2024

Fripp Island Resort Fripp Island Resort is one of the best under the radar golf destinations, though it's unlikely to stay under the radar for long. With two great courses and countless amenities and activities, it's a place that you'll never want to leave. Learn the ins and outs from John Scappatura in this podcast. Check out our Fripp Island Feature Reviews of Ocean Creek Golf Course and Ocean Point Golf Course /episode/index/show/pluggedingolf/id/31402912

Podcast Episode 218 - A Quick Lesson + Matt's WITB 05/15/2024

Podcast Episode 218 - A Quick Lesson + Matt's WITB In this week's podcast, Matt discusses his recent lesson about the unnecessary difficulty of trying to win at golf your own way. If you're stuck at a certain scoring plateau, this may help you break through to the next level. In the second half of the episode, Matt goes through is 2024 WITB and discusses what has changed and what's staying around for another season. Check out the written lesson /episode/index/show/pluggedingolf/id/31174777

The Reality of Swing Changes 04/17/2024

The Reality of Swing Changes Matt welcomes Andy Hayes back to the podcast for this eye-opening episode. After a short Masters recap, they discuss Andy's recent swing changes that came under the guidance of Hank Haney. This is a must listen for golf swing enthusiasts and any player interested in making serious improvements to their own swing. /episode/index/show/pluggedingolf/id/30830083

Understanding Golf Club Performance 04/03/2024

Understanding Golf Club Performance This week, we welcome back Terry Koehler from Edison Golf to discuss an interesting question: Can you judge a golf club by how it looks? Terry argues that in irons and wedges, the answer is yes, and he explains just how to do it. Matt and Terry also get into several informative tangents, and Matt wraps up by talking about how you can use visual cues to understand how woods and hybrids perform, too. Check out the lesson on Gear Effect /episode/index/show/pluggedingolf/id/30624063

In the Zone Mental Training 03/13/2024

In the Zone Mental Training It's often said that golf is 10% physical and 90% mental, but most golfers do nothing to improve their mental game. Bo Watson and Shannon Shuskey are out to change that with their In The Zone Mental Training System. In this episode, Bo and Shannon share loads of practical tips on how to lower your handicap and perform better on the course without spending any additional time on the range. Buy In the Zone Secrets Visit the In the Zone Mental Training website /episode/index/show/pluggedingolf/id/30242918

Matt Rants (and Fixes Golf) 03/06/2024

Matt Rants (and Fixes Golf) In a break from the norm, this episode is not an interview or a lesson, but Matt ranting about the state of golf. Find out what's grinding his gears and how he thinks we can fix it. /episode/index/show/pluggedingolf/id/30153113

All Golfers Should Lift Weights 02/21/2024

All Golfers Should Lift Weights All golfers should lift weights...but not for the reasons you think. In this podcast, Matt explains the mental benefits of lifting weights for golfers or people who want to get better at anything. /episode/index/show/pluggedingolf/id/30033453

Indoor Golf Simulator FAQ 02/14/2024

Indoor Golf Simulator FAQ If you've ever thought about building an indoor golf simulator or practice area, this episode is a must-listen. Matt talks with Stephen Calhoun from Rain or Shine Golf about every step in the process, every product you'll need, and the common mistakes that you'll want to avoid. Visit Rain or Shine /episode/index/show/pluggedingolf/id/29891383

Inside the New Vokey SM10 Wedges 02/07/2024

Inside the New Vokey SM10 Wedges You may think you know Vokey wedges, but you don't know anything until you've listened to this podcast. Matt speaks with Aaron Dill, Director of Tour Relations, and Kevin Tassistro, Director of Vokey Wedge Development, about the new Vokey SM10 wedges. They get deep into the importance of CG placement and why centered may not be best, cast vs. forged, and much more. /episode/index/show/pluggedingolf/id/29823503

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