Episodes

  • Never Let A Bad Swing Get In The Way of a Good Round with John Grund

    Never Let A Bad Swing Get In The Way of a Good Round with John Grund
    Feb 6 2026
    GS#483 April 7, 2015: “There’s not a golf professional in the world who thinks about hitting the ball!” is just one of the eye opening comments from this week’s guest, John Grund PGA. John has competed at the pro level, and has coached players who’ve competed at every level, but he knows that most amateur golfers focus more on the ball then on their target. He also talks about the quickest way to hit the ball straighter and get more distance is to find the bottom or your swing arc. It supposed to be in front of the ball where most of us try to hit the back of the ball. Have you ever noticed how many times per round your divot is behind the ball?
    At the end of the episode, John provides us with a video tutorial on how to find the bottom of the arc of your swing. Watch it here: https://youtu.be/Lkg8YcKyj90
    JohnGrundGolf@gmail.com https://www.peacockgapgolfclub.com/practice/instructors.php

    If you have a question about whether or not Fred is using any of the methods, equipment or apps we’ve discussed, or if you’d like to share a comment about what you’ve heard in this or any other episode, please write because Fred will get back to you. Either write to golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com or click on the Hey Fred button, at golfsmarter.com
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    49 mins
  • 3 Step Approach to Play Your Best Golf EVER with Greg Liberto

    3 Step Approach to Play Your Best Golf EVER with Greg Liberto
    Feb 3 2026
    GS#482 March 31, 2015 Greg Liberto calls himself The HEAD Coach because of the work he's doing to help golfers with their mental approach to better golf. His "18 Holes Book" covers a variety of helpful topics that cut right to the core issues that hurts so many pro and amateur players. He claims that in less than 10 minutes, you can learn what is holding you back from playing your best golf ever. Obviously, we take a little longer to discuss it.

    If you have a question about whether or not Fred is using any of the methods, equipment or apps we’ve discussed, or if you’d like to share a comment about what you’ve heard in this or any other episode, please write because Fred will get back to you. Either write to golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com or click on the Hey Fred button, at golfsmarter.com
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    47 mins
  • How to Identify & Eliminate Pressure on the Golf Course with Garrett Jenkinson

    How to Identify & Eliminate Pressure on the Golf Course with Garrett Jenkinson
    Jan 30 2026
    GS#481 March 24, 2015 Garett Jenkinson, 2014 Alberta Teacher of the Year was suggested by a previous Golf Smarter guest who says that Garett was an inspiration in teaching him a new way to look at teaching and golf. In this episode we identify what kinds of pressure presents itself on the golf course and how to best handle it.

    If you have a question about whether or not Fred is using any of the methods, equipment or apps we’ve discussed, or if you’d like to share a comment about what you’ve heard in this or any other episode, please write because Fred will get back to you. Either write to golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com or click on the Hey Fred button, at golfsmarter.com
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    42 mins
  • Golf History in Hawaii & TeeTour of Maui’s Pukalani CC with Ron Huffman

    Golf History in Hawaii & TeeTour of Maui’s Pukalani CC with Ron Huffman
    Jan 27 2026
    GS#480 March 17, 2015 The Pukalani Country Club in Maui, Hawaii is a hidden gem of a golf course. Unlike the expensive resort courses, Pukalani is where the locals go for a great round on a mature course at muni rates. Situated on the North Side of the island, and nestled on the slopes of Haleakela, the largest dormant volcano in the world. At 1,100 feet above sea level Pukalani provides panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean on both sides of the valley isle. In this classic episode from our archives, we speak to Ron Huffman, PGA, General Manager of Pukalani CC about this history of golf in Hawaii and how best to play this course.
    If you want more from this episode, please watch the short video from my journey that includes advice on golf travel and tips to play this course. https://youtu.be/t_KzzCu40VQ

    If you have a question about whether or not Fred is using any of the methods, equipment or apps we’ve discussed, or if you’d like to share a comment about what you’ve heard in this or any other episode, please write because Fred will get back to you. Either write to golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com or click on the Hey Fred button, at golfsmarter.com
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    34 mins
  • 27 Point Plan for Better Shot Making with Roger Fredericks

    27 Point Plan for Better Shot Making with Roger Fredericks
    Jan 23 2026
    GS#479 March 10, 2015 Roger Fredericks is one of the most important and prominent golf fitness experts in the world. His clients (and friends) include Arnold Palmer, Gary Player, and Jack Nicklaus. In this episode he shares the 27 setups for any kind of shot, which boils down to 3 stances, 3 ball positions, and 3 swing paths. Combine them all and you can focus on playing golf, not just swinging the club. Roger also speaks at length about his relationship with the Big 3 of Arnie, Gary & Jack, stretching exercises, and the effects of poor posture on the future of your game.

    If you have a question about whether or not Fred is using any of the methods, equipment or apps we’ve discussed, or if you’d like to share a comment about what you’ve heard in this or any other episode, please write because Fred will get back to you. Either write to golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com or click on the Hey Fred button, at golfsmarter.com
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    54 mins
  • The Joy of Putting featuring Jeff Ritter

    The Joy of Putting featuring Jeff Ritter
    Jan 20 2026
    GS#478 March 3, 2015. Jeff Ritter returns to provide us with helpful tips on how to lower the amount of putts per round. Jeff has built a reputation as a great golf instructor because he incorporates every aspect of game improvement from mental, physical, mechanics, fitness, and nutrition. His Make The Turn Challenge, introduced on Golf Smarter, has become a huge sensation for Golf Digest TV and he'll soon be appearing regularly on the Golf Channel.

    If you have a question about whether or not Fred is using any of the methods, equipment or apps we’ve discussed, or if you’d like to share a comment about what you’ve heard in this or any other episode, please write because Fred will get back to you. Either write to golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com or click on the Hey Fred button, at golfsmarter.com
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    47 mins
  • Simple Tools to Breaking 100, 90, or 80! featuring Josh Willard

    Simple Tools to Breaking 100, 90, or 80! featuring Josh Willard
    Jan 16 2026
    GS#474 February 3, 2015. Josh Willard, an instructor at Peacock Gap in San Rafael,CA joins us in studio to discuss simple ways to reach new success. As close as we sometimes get to reaching our lowest score, cracking the barrier to break 100 - 90 - or 80 eludes us all too often.

    If you have a question about whether or not Fred is using any of the methods, equipment or apps we’ve discussed, or if you’d like to share a comment about what you’ve heard in this or any other episode, please write because Fred will get back to you. Either write to golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com or click on the Hey Fred button, at golfsmarter.com
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    37 mins
  • Three Critical Elements for a Great Golf Swing with Jim Waldron

    Three Critical Elements for a Great Golf Swing with Jim Waldron
    Jan 13 2026
    GS#473 January 27, 2015. Jim Waldron of the Balance Point Golf Schools returns to remind us of the absolute basics that are critical for a great golf swing. Jim also ends the episode with a great tip on alignment. Stay tuned to the very end to get Jim's final helpful tip from this conversation.

    If you have a question about whether or not Fred is using any of the methods, equipment or apps we’ve discussed, or if you’d like to share a comment about what you’ve heard in this or any other episode, please write because Fred will get back to you. Either write to golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com or click on the Hey Fred button, at golfsmarter.com
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    1 hr and 5 mins