The Sweet Spot - Golf Podcast

In this episode, Adam and I take a deep dive into when you actually shouldn’t hit driver—because despite what modern analytics say, there are times when it makes sense to leave it in the bag. We talk through how to evaluate risk vs. reward off the tee, why certain holes (like tight doglegs and pinched fairways) punish driver, and how to make smarter decisions that protect your score. Adam also shares one of his best breakdowns of beginner fundamentals—grip, ball position, posture, and the common mistakes that create chaos at impact. I talk about watching my son learn the game and what that reveals about instinct, concept, and strike. Whether you’re a 20-handicap or scratch, this episode will help you understand the “Big Three” skills—face control, strike location, and ground contact—that actually separate good golfers from everyone else.



Thank you to our show sponsors HackMotion, The Indoor Golf Shop, and LMNT:

This episode is brought to you by HackMotion—it’s like having a coach on your wrist. HackMotion gives you real-time feedback on your wrist angles so you can finally understand what your clubface is doing and build a more consistent, repeatable swing. Trusted by over 30,000 golfers worldwide, you can try it risk-free for 30 days—and right now, they’re offering 20% off for November, making it the perfect time to improve your game this off-season.

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As we enter the fall season, many golfers will be looking to upgrade their indoor practice. I've been trusting The Indoor Golf Shop for years and recommending them to anyone who wants to improve their home setup.

They offer all the top launch monitor brands, including SkyTrak, Uneekor, and Foresight, and regularly run sales. They also have everything you need for your indoor practice - hitting mats, golf nets, impact screens, and custom enclosures.

If you're looking for a custom residential build to have the simulator of your dreams, their team can make that happen. They built mine! And their designers can also handle any kind of commercial facility where you're building from scratch or want to make an upgrade.

To learn more, check out ⁠⁠⁠https://shopindoorgolf.com/⁠⁠
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We revisit our episode on how more golf advice (especially on the swing) is available than ever. But is consuming too much of it making you better or worse? We discuss common mistakes and how best to filter out information—even from Adam and Jon!
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PGA Tour winner Mackenzie Hughes joins the show to recap his 2025 season. He discusses how seeing Chris Como and Scott Hamilton are reshaping the concept of his golf swing, how maintaining identity is hard for pro golfers, and the goals he's set for himself in 2026.



Thank you to our show sponsors DeleteMe, LMNT, and the Indoor Golf Shop

If you want to take your hydration to the next level without sugar and all of the other dodgy ingredients in sports drinks, then you need to try LMNT. They just released a limited edition lemonade blend for the summer months.

Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://drinklmnt.com/sweetspot⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to claim your free gift.

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As we enter the fall season, many golfers will be looking to upgrade their indoor practice. I've been trusting The Indoor Golf Shop for years and recommending them to anyone who wants to improve their home setup.

They offer all the top launch monitor brands, including SkyTrak, Uneekor, and Foresight, and regularly run sales. They also have everything you need for your indoor practice - hitting mats, golf nets, impact screens, and custom enclosures.

If you're looking for a custom residential build to have the simulator of your dreams, their team can make that happen. They built mine! And their designers can also handle any kind of commercial facility where you're building from scratch or want to make an upgrade.

To learn more, check out ⁠⁠https://shopindoorgolf.com/⁠⁠

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In this episode, Jon and Adam unpack one of golf’s most overlooked fundamentals — arc depth, the vertical dimension of your swing that determines whether you strike it pure, fat, or thin. They explain how it differs from attack angle and plane, why it’s the “hidden force” behind contact quality, and how you can train it using simple feedback drills. Jon also shares lessons from a conversation with Sir Nick Faldo about confidence under pressure, preparation, and finding a go-to shot when it matters most. The two finish by debating how launch monitors have changed the way golfers learn — and whether chasing numbers is helping or hurting our ability to play instinctively.



Thank you to our Show Sponsors GolfRx, Ethos, and The Indoor Golf Shop



GolfRx is a wellness membership designed for golfers who want to make golf part of their mental health and self-care routine. Members can use HSA or FSA funds (and sometimes deduct it on taxes) to make golf essentially tax-free. Each plan includes guided wellness tools plus a monthly reimbursement for golf activities. Sign up, swing, and save — and Sweet Spot listeners get their first month free with code SWEETSPOT at https://www.gogolfrx.com/signup

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As we enter the fall season, many golfers will be looking to upgrade their indoor practice. I've been trusting The Indoor Golf Shop for years and recommending them to anyone who wants to improve their home setup.

They offer all the top launch monitor brands, including SkyTrak, Uneekor, and Foresight, and regularly run sales. They also have everything you need for your indoor practice - hitting mats, golf nets, impact screens, and custom enclosures.

If you're looking for a custom residential build to have the simulator of your dreams, their team can make that happen. They built mine! And their designers can also handle any kind of commercial facility where you're building from scratch or want to make an upgrade.

To learn more, check out ⁠⁠https://shopindoorgolf.com/
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In this episode, Jon opens up about a recent tournament where he lost his temper on the course for the first time in years and what it revealed about perfectionism, ego, and expectation management in golf. He and Adam break down why anger shows up for golfers of every level, from the feeling of helplessness to tying our self-worth to our scores. The conversation explores how to recognize when frustration crosses the line into self-sabotage, and how philosophy and rational thinking can help you regain control. Whether you’re slamming clubs or silently boiling inside, this episode will help you understand the roots of golf anger and how to use it to play (and live) better.



Thank you to our show sponsors The Indoor Golf Shop, LMNT, and Ethos Life Insurance

As we enter the fall season, many golfers will be looking to upgrade their indoor practice. I've been trusting The Indoor Golf Shop for years and recommending them to anyone who wants to improve their home setup.

They offer all the top launch monitor brands, including SkyTrak, Uneekor, and Foresight, and regularly run sales. They also have everything you need for your indoor practice - hitting mats, golf nets, impact screens, and custom enclosures.

If you're looking for a custom residential build to have the simulator of your dreams, their team can make that happen. They built mine! And their designers can also handle any kind of commercial facility where you're building from scratch or want to make an upgrade.

To learn more, check out ⁠⁠https://shopindoorgolf.com/⁠

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If you want to take your hydration to the next level without sugar and all of the other dodgy ingredients in sports drinks, then you need to try LMNT. They just released a limited edition lemonade blend for the summer months.

Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://drinklmnt.com/sweetspot⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to claim your free gift.


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