In this episode, I’m joined by Laura Scott to talk all about the mental game of golf. We explore anxiety, confidence, fear of failure, pressure, and mental resilience, along with practical techniques that can help golfers manage their thoughts better and play with more freedom. Laura shares her own story, her coaching approach, and why understanding your mindset can be just as important as improving your swing. A really honest and helpful conversation for anyone wanting to enjoy golf more and perform better on the course.

Key Topics

Mental performance in golf

Overcoming anxiety and frustration

The role of mindset and self-awareness in sports Golf anxiety and mental resilience

Building confidence through competency and consistency

Personalized coaching techniques for mental game improvement

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the LA Golf Channel Podcast

06:19 Transitioning from Team Sports to Golf

10:47 Understanding Emotions in Golf

14:48 Redefining Success in Golf

21:10 Managing Aggression on the Golf Course

21:59 Emotional Responses on the Golf Course

22:55 Understanding Mental Performance Coaching

23:56 External vs. Internal Emotional Expression

25:30 The Role of Practice in Emotional Management

26:31 The Importance of Self-Awareness in Golf

28:10 The Journey of Finding Golf as an Outlet

30:18 Personal Experiences with Anxiety and Golf

32:10 The Loop of Shame and Anxiety in High Performers

34:25 Using Golf to Overcome Anxiety

35:51 Identifying and Addressing Performance Anxiety

38:18 The Importance of Tailored Coaching

40:31 Building Confidence Through Competence

43:29 The Mental Game and Consistency in Golf

46:56 Understanding the Handicap System

47:39 Achieving Consistency in Golf

48:41 The Importance of Recovery and Scrambling

49:39 Mental Game: The Key to Improvement

52:02 Managing Expectations and Scores

53:25 Dealing with Pressure on the Course

55:46 The Power of Language in Golf

01:00:37 Opportunities for Growth in Golf

01:02:56 The Role of Mental Coaching

01:05:57 Overcoming Mental Barriers

01:07:59 Playing Golf Shots vs. Golf Swings

Welcome back to Episode 11 of the LA Golf Channel Podcast. In this episode, I’m joined by Josh Gudgeon, the creator behind one of the most talked-about new YouTube journeys in golf. We dive into Josh’s challenge to break 80 in just six months, the story behind the 350-yard drive, and how his journey is blending golf, storytelling, and YouTube in a completely different way.

We also talk about what makes a great YouTube video, how Josh has gone from working behind the camera to building his own channel, and why so many people are already buying into the Breaking Golf journey. From confidence and delusion, to coaching, clubs, pressure and production, this episode gives a proper behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to build a golf series people genuinely care about.

A huge thank you as well to Breaking Beard for allowing us to use the podcast studio for this episode - it’s massively appreciated and helped make this conversation happen. The Breaking Beard podcast is hosted by BeardMeatsFood and Josh Gudgeon.

If you enjoy golf podcasts, golf YouTube, golf improvement journeys, and honest conversations around content creation, this is one you’ll enjoy.

In this episode:

• Josh Gudgeon’s Break 80 challenge

• The story behind the 350-yard drive

• What makes a great YouTube video

• Golf storytelling vs traditional golf content

• Building a new golf audience

• Coaching, equipment, and the reality of learning golf fast

Links:

Josh Gudgeon Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/thejoshgudgeon/

Breaking Golf Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/breaking.golf/

Breaking Beard YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/c/BreakingBreadPodcast/videos

In Episode 10 of The LA Golf Channel Podcast, I’m joined by Stephen McEvoy, founder of Full Program Golf - a bespoke golf travel service built to create unforgettable golf trips from your doorstep to the first tee. We talk golf travel, bucket-list courses, the best golf destinations in the UK, and why the full experience around a golf trip matters just as much as the golf itself.

Stephen shares stories from a brilliant recent run through Scotland, including Dundonald Links, Turnberry, Ailsa, Western Gailes and Hillside, and we dive into what makes great golf travel truly special. We also chat about hidden gems in England, favourite regions for golf, value-for-money golf trips, and why places like St Andrews, Birkdale, Formby, Hollinwell and West Sussex continue to stand out.

This episode is packed with conversation around golf holidays, golf course architecture, UK golf travel, luxury golf trips, affordable golf getaways, South Africa golf travel, and the passion that drives golfers to see the world through the game. If you love golf courses, golf travel planning, links golf, heathland golf, and hearing real stories from people building something special in golf, this one is for you

Guest Links

https://www.fullprogramgolf.com/

Chapters

00:00 Setting the Scene: The Podcast Studio

01:07 Milestones and Podcasting Journey

01:57 Travel Tales: Golfing Adventures in Scotland

02:56 Exploring Iconic Golf Courses

03:53 Golf Retail: The Pro Shop Experience

05:03 Art and Golf: A Unique Connection

06:03 Working at the Open: A Memorable Experience

06:55 The Importance of Golf Holidays

07:58 The Rustic Charm of Scottish Golf

08:56 The Marine Collection: Golfing Hotels

09:59 The Full Program Golf Experience

10:53 The Allure of Golfing Holidays

11:50 New Golf Courses: A Modern Perspective

12:50 The Character of New Golf Courses

13:57 The Role of Land in Golf Course Design

14:52 Health and Wellness: The Sauna Experience

16:01 The Impact of Routine on Health

16:51 The Future of Golf Course Architecture

19:22 The Evolution of Golf Courses

24:19 Heritage vs. Modernity in Golf

26:19 The Joy of Sharing Golf Experiences

34:59 The Full Program Golf Experience

40:19 Passion for Golf and Travel

42:03 Exploring South Africa's Golfing Opportunities

43:54 The Importance of Personal Touch in Golf Tours

45:29 Struggles and Aspirations in Golfing Performance

48:33 The Journey of Taking Up Golf Later in Life

52:26 Debating the Future of Golf Equipment and Techniques