In this episode of Golf Talk Live, host Ted Odorico welcomes golf instructors Pete Buchanan and Alex Fisher to this week's Coaches Corner panel.The panel discusses various challenging shots golfers face, including long bunker shots and shots from thick rough, while emphasizing the significance of practice and proper technique.The segment concludes with insights on overcoming common golfing challenges, such as the dreaded shank.Plus this week's featured guest is Joe Pilcavage, VP Marketing at Blue Tees Golf. The conversation explores Joe's journey in the golf industry, the evolution of Blue Tees Golf, the importance of technology in enhancing the golfing experience. They also touch on the rise of female golfers, the launch of new products like the Playmaker+ GPS watch, and the brand's commitment to creating a lifestyle around golf. Watch the full episode at YouTube.com/@igolfsports or on Spotify.com. The audio version is available at Spreaker.com or wherever you listen to podcasts. This is a production of the iGolf Sports Network.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/golf-talk-live--6428965/support.
This week Golf Talk Live host, Ted Odorico is joined by John Hughes & Jon Decker on Coaches Corner to discuss Golf's most difficult challenges. Golf Fitness Expert, Bob Forman also joins Ted to share valuable exercise tips working both the forearms and wrists to help increase distance and accuracy. Plus this week's featured guest Morne Botha, CEO of Jondo Sports USA, shares his journey from a young golf enthusiast to a professional golfer and eventually a successful businessman in the golf industry. He discusses the challenges faced on the tour, the transition to the business side of golf, and the innovative technology behind Jondo Sports eyewear, which aims to enhance golfers performance by providing better visual clarity. The conversation also highlights the partnership with golf legend Ernie Els and the importance of confidence in a golfer's performance.Catch the enitre show on YouTube.com/@igolfsports and on Spotify.com. Tune into the audio only version on Spreaker.com or wherever you listen to podcasts. This is a production of the iGolf Sports Network.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/golf-talk-live--6428965/support.
Golf Talk Live, host Ted Odorico welcomes to this week's Coaches Corner panel, Jim Endicott & Jamie Leno Zimron. Their conversation explores common issues faced by amateur golfers, particularly the struggles with wedge play. Ted's also joined this week by travel expert, Robert Kaufman and special travel guest: Scott Cowan, Executive Director of Golf at the Wynn Golf Club in Las Vegas. Plus, this week's featured guest is Nancy Robitaille, Chief Designer at Swing Control a golf fashion & life style brand company based in Montreal, Canada. Swing Control emphasizes the blend of style and performance in golf apparel, catering to a younger demographic while maintaining comfort and functionality and personal style. Nancy also shares insight into the future of golf fashion, the need for research and adaptability in design, while highlighting the connection between golf and lifestyle choices.Watch the entire episode on YouTube.com/@igolfsports or Spotify.com. The audio only version is available at Spreaker.com or wherever you listen to podcasts. This is a production of the iGolf Sports Network.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/golf-talk-live--6428965/support.
In this week's episode Golf Talk Live, host Ted Odorico welcomes Pete Buchanan to the Coaches Corner panel to discuss the application of the 80/20 rule, based on a recent article Ted wrote for golftipsmag.com designed to help golfers improve performance. Plus, Ted's joined by the evening's featured guest: Blair Kline, GM of Golf Operations at Dunedin Golf Club in Florida. The conversation delves into the history of the Dunedin Golf Club, emphasizing the restoration of the historic Donald Ross Course. They also touch on the community impact of golf courses and the resurgence of interest in the game. Watch the entire episode on YouTube.com/@igolfsports or on Spotify.com. The audio version is available on Spreaker.com or wherever you listen to podcasts. This is a production of the iGolf Sports Network.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/golf-talk-live--6428965/support.
Golf Talk Live, host Ted Odorico welcomes John Hughes & Jon Decker to this week's Coaches Corner panel. Plus Ted discusses the importance of golf fitness and nutrition with Golf Fitness Expert, Bob Forman during this week's fitness segment.This week's featured guest, Miranda Turner CEO of MGI Golf Inc. They delve into innovations in golf technology, emphasizing the significance of customer feedback in product development, and the future of golf, particularly with the integration of electric caddies.Watch the full broadcast on YouTube.com/@igolfsports or on Spotify.com. The audio version can be found on Spreaker.com or wherever you listen to podcasts. This is a production of the iGolf Sports Network.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/golf-talk-live--6428965/support.
In this episode of Golf Talk Live, host Ted Odorico welcomes Jim Endicoot back to the Coaches Corner panel to discuss: Distance Control. Then Co-host & travel Expert, Robert Kaufman and Travel Guest, Blake Froling - General Manager of Gamble Sands join Ted for this week's travel segment.Plus, Bobby Steiner, Director of Golf Instruction with Horseshoe Bay Resort in Texas is this week's featured guest. Bobby discusses some of the features of their new state-of-the-art facility at the Horseshoe Bay Resort golf academy. Their conversation also emphasizes the importance of encouraging new golfers and families to engage with the sport, culminating in final thoughts and recommendations for enjoying golf at Horseshoe Bay Resort.Catch the entire broadcast on YouTube.com/@igolfsports or on Spotify.com. The audio version is available on Spreaker.com or wherever you listen to podcasts. Don't forget to subscribe to the channel!This is a production of the iGolf Sports Network.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/golf-talk-live--6428965/support.
Golf Talk Live, host Ted Odorico welcomes Clint Wright back to the Coaches Corner Panel. The evening's panel discussion emphasizes the importance of mental focus, course management, and shot selection, the nuances of golf performance, the importance of personal rhythm and sequencing in swings through the lens of Jack Nicklaus's strategies.Later Ted speaks with featured guests: Josh Lesnick, Chief Commercial Officer and Steve Ciancio, Senior Vice President from Magellan Jets. The conversation explores the intersection of golf and private aviation. The guests share insights into how Magellan Jets enhances the golfing experience by providing bespoke private aviation services, ensuring safety, and facilitating seamless travel for golfers. The discussion highlights the evolving landscape of private aviation and its accessibility for avid golfers. They also explore the personalized experiences offered by private aviation and the significance of customer service and flexibility in their jet card program. Watch the entire broadcast on YouTube.com/@igolfsports or on Spotify.com. The audio version is available on Spreaker.com or wherever you listen to podcasts. This is a production of the iGolf Sports Network.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/golf-talk-live--6428965/support.
In this week's episode of Golf Talk Live, host Ted Odorico welcomes Jon Decker to this week's Coaches Corner Panel. Plus co-host and travel expert, Robert Kaufman alongside this week's and travel guest, Jose Marcellan discuss the allure of Cabo San Lucas as a premier golf destination and explore the unique features of Solmar Golf Links.Later Ted speaks with this evening's featured guest, Fraser Marriott, Head of Golf for Lightspeed Golf. Fraser explains how Lightspeed Golf enhances the management of golf courses and the significance of customer experience, the role of technology in golf management. The conversation also touches on the evolution of golf experiences, the role of community, and the culinary delights of Montreal, culminating in reflections on the future of golf and technology.Watch the full broadcast on YouTube.com/@igolfsports or on Spotify.com. You can listen to the audio only version on Spreaker.com or wherever you listen to podcasts.This has been a production of the iGolf Sports Network.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/golf-talk-live--6428965/support.
In this episode of Golf Talk Live, host Ted Odorico welcomes Coaches Corner panelists,, John Hughes and Jamie Leno Zimron. Their discussion focuses on three of the most challenging bunker shots in golf. Additionally, they emphasize the importance of practice and assessment in improving golf skills, particularly in challenging situations like bunkers.Plus, Ted is joined by the evening's featured guest: Geoffrey Skoch, COO of Ship Sticks. Geoffrey covers the challenges of shipping golf clubs, and the importance of customer service. He also shares insights on the growth of international shipping, the significance of partnerships in the golf industry, and the impact of technology on travel logistics.Watch the entire broadcast on YouTube.com/@igolfsports or on Spotify. The audio only version is available on Spreaker.com or wherever you listen to podcasts.This is a production of the iGolf Sports Network.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/golf-talk-live--6428965/support.
On the latest episode: Golf Talk Live, host Ted Odorico is joined by Jon Decker and Clint Wright on this week's Coaches Corner Panel. Their discussion includes changes in golf instruction over the years, and the impact of technology on the game. Plus Co-host and Travel Expert, Robert Kaufman along with this week's travel guest, Troy Mills, Head Golf Professional at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Golf Club join the show. Troy shares some of the big preparations being made to help celebrate the facilities 100 year anniversay and Canada Day, as well as the resilience of the community in recovering from the recent wildfire challenges in 2024. Then Ted speaks with this week's featured guest: Barney Adams, CEO of Breakthrough Golf Technology to discuss the evolution of golf equipment. The conversation touches on the importance of understanding golf shafts and fitting, and the launch of their new Paradox Putter line.Catch the entire episode on YouTube.com/@igolfsports or on Spotify.com. The audio version is available on Spreaker.com or wherever you listen to podcasts. This is a production of the iGolf Sports Network.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/golf-talk-live--6428965/support.
Golf Talk Live, host Ted Odorico welcomes several guests this week. First up, Pete Buchanan joins Ted for a great discussion on Coaches Corner. Their conversation emphasizes the significance of mastering the short game and developing a repeatable pre-shot routine for improved performance on the course. Golf Fitness Expert, Bob Forman is back with more must-have fitness tips to improve your on-course performance.Plus Ted's joined by featured guests: John Leahy, WGA Director and Kevin Flowers the latest Evans Scholar graduate to discuss the (Western Golf Association) and the Evans Scholarship program. Topics include personal experiences and the transformative power of golf in education and personal growth. The discussion also highlights the significance of events like the BMW Championship which helps raise funds for future Evans Scholars.Catch the show each week on YouTube.com/@igolfsports or on Spotify.com. You can also listen to the audio only version on Spreaker.com or wherever you listen to podcasts.This is a production of the iGolf Sports NetworkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/golf-talk-live--6428965/support.
Golf Talk Live, host Ted Odorico welcomes several guests this week including Golf Tips Top 25 Instructor, Alex Fisher for a great panel discussion on Coaches Corner. Plus, Co-host/Travel Expert, Robert Kaufman and special travel guest: Katherine Sansone from Sansone PR & Marketing and Plumas County Tourism.This week's featured guest: Clay Simpson of Sky Golf talks about the innovative technology offered by Sky Golf, particularly their recently launched Sky Caddie Pro 4X and the GameTrax 360 system that tracks golfers' performance. Also the impact of modern technology on golf training, including the use of devices like Super Tags that track performance and provide valuable feedback.Catch the latest episodes and more on the iGolf Sports YouTube channel, or watch on Spotify. You can also listed to the audio version on Spreaker.com or wherever you listen to podcasts. This is a production of the iGolf Sports Network.Don't forget to Subscribe!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/golf-talk-live--6428965/support.
This week on Golf Talk Live, host Ted Odorico welcomes PGA Teaching Professional, Alex Fisher to Coaches Corner. The conversation covers a variety of topics including Alex's desire to become an active member of the professional golfing community. Plus Golf Fitness Expert, Bob Forman is back to discuss the importance of golf fitness, common posture issues and the importance of stretching and how these help improve golf performance.Later Ted's joined by his featured guest: Justin Carlson, VP of Sales for the Indoor Golf Shop, a leader of indoor golf simulators. Justin emphasizes the need for a consultative approach to meet their customer needs, the significance of building relationships with customers, and the role of technology in golf training.Watch the entire episode here on the iGolf Sports - YouTube Channel or on Spotify.com. You can listen to the audio version on Spreaker.com or wherever you listen to podcasts.This is a production of the iGolf Sports Network.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/golf-talk-live--6428965/support.
This week on Golf Talk Live, host Ted Odorico is joined by several great guests. First up is another great Coaches Corner discussion featuring guest panelist, Jon Decker. Then Co-host & Travel Expert, Robert Kaufman speaks with the current Club Director of La Costa Resort & Spa, Dustin Irwin. They discuss multiple events, including NCAA championships, hosted at the facility this weekend.Later Ted is joined by the evening's featured guest: Ken Griffin, Director of Golf Sales & Marketing at Boyne Golf. The conversation highlights recent renovations at Boyne, its national recognition as a top golf resort destination, and the staffs passion that enhances the overall guest experience.Watch the full broadcast here on YouTube.com/@igolfsports or on Spotify.com. You can listen to the audio version on Spreaker.com or wherever you listen to podcasts. Don't forget to subscribe to hear the latest episodes.This is a production of the iGolf Sports NetworkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/golf-talk-live--6428965/support.
On this week's episode of Golf Talk Live, host Ted Odorico starts things off with a great discussion on Coaches Corner with panelists: John Hughes & Pete Buchanan. Later Ted welcomes back Golf Fitness Expert, Bob Forman to discuss the importance of golf-specific fitness exercises.Then finally the evening's featured guest: Jason Moore, co-founder and CEO of TRUE linkswear, shares the journey of building a golf footwear brand that emphasizes comfort, performance, and lifestyle. From his early experiences in the golf industry to the innovative designs of TRUE linkswear, Jason talks about the importance of customer feedback, the brand's underdog mentality, and the close-knit company culture. He also highlights the recent launch of the Lux2 shoe and the brand's vision for future growth in both domestic and international markets.The full version is available on the iGolf YouTube channel or Spotify.com. You can listen to the audio version on Spreaker.com or whoever you listen to podcasts.This is a production of the iGolf Sports Network.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/golf-talk-live--6428965/support.
This week Golf Talk Live, host Ted Odorico welcomes Lisa O'Hurley, founder and CEO of LOHLA Sport, plus Pete Buchanan, a seasoned golf instructor and regular on the Coaches Corner.This week's panel discussion explores the evolution of golf swings, and the importance of maximizing practice time for competitive play. They delve into the intricacies of golf, focusing on the mental and strategic aspects of the game, the importance of coaching, the pressure faced during tournaments, and how to effectively prepare for the golf season. The discussion also touches on the role of hands in swing mechanics.Featured guest Lisa O'Hurley shares her journey in creating her company LOHLA Sport, emphasizing the brand's focus on comfort and style in women's golf apparel. Additionally, Lisa reveals her partnership with golf legend Annika Sorenstam, highlighting the impact of her influence on the brand. Plus Lisa's personal stories of growth in golf, the evolution of LOHLA Sport, and the future of golf fashion.Watch this episode and more on YouTube.com/@igolfsports or on Spotify. You can catch the audio version on Spreaker.com or wherever you listen to podcasts.This is a production of the iGolf Sports Network.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/golf-talk-live--6428965/support.
In this episode of Golf Talk Live, host Ted Odorico discusses various aspects of golf with PGA Professional and Author, Jon Decker on the Coaches Corner Panel. They delve into various aspects of the game, from focusing on the mental challenges players face, the importance of improving short game and recovery shots. Plus emphasizing the importance of swing maintenance, purposeful practice and the importance of keeping the ball in play.Later Ted speaks with his featured guest: Matt Mattingly, Executive VP of Landscapes Golf Management where the conversation shifts to the role of Landscapes Golf Management in the golf industry, and effective management of golf properties. They also explore trends in the golf industry post-COVID, the impact of technology and community outreach.Watch the full video podcast here on YouTube.com @igolfsports or on Spotify.com. Listen to the audio version by visiting Spreaker.com or wherever you listen to podcasts.This is a production of the iGolf Sports Network.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/golf-talk-live--6428965/support.
In this episode of Golf Talk Live, host Ted Odorico welcomes John Hughes & Jim Endicott to the Coaches Corner panel to discuss: The significance of letting go of emotional baggage in order to enhance performance on the golf course, and the mental aspects of golf performance, including overcoming obstacles and managing anxiety. Plus his fitness guest: Golf Fitness Professional, Bob Forman talks about the various aspects of golf fitness and the importance of building power in a golfer's swing.Ted's featured guest of the evening is Co-Founder/CEO Elsbeth Hurry of Zigit, an innovative technology helping to enhance guest experience, plus the role of AI in improving services. The conversation also highlights Zigit's expansion into various markets and its potential impact on the golfing community.This podcast is available on the iGolf Sports - YouTube Channel & Spotify. The audio version is available on Spreaker.com or wherever you listen to podcasts.This is a production of the iGolf Sports Network.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/golf-talk-live--6428965/support.
In this episode of Golf Talk Live, host Ted Odorico welcomes Jake Gordon, the founder and CEO of Noteefy, a technology company revolutionizing the golf industry by providing real-time notifications for tee time openings. The conversation explores the challenges golfers face in booking tee times, the innovative solutions offered by Noteefy.Plus Ted speaks with travel guest, Josh Richter, VP of Golf Operations for Boyne Golf exploring the exciting developments at Boyne, a premier golf destination. The discussion also touches on the impact of technology on golf operations, the future of the sport, and the various amenities available at Boyne Resorts.The video version is available on the iGolf Sports YouTube Channel & Spotify. To listen to the audio version go to Spreaker.com or wherever you listen to podcasts.This is a production of the iGolf Sports NetworkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/golf-talk-live--6428965/support.
Welcome to Golf Talk Live - Season 13In this episode: Golf Talk Live, host Ted Odorico discusses various aspects of golf fitness and preparation for the upcoming season with Golf Fitness Professional, Bob Forman. The conversation covers many aspects and importance of strength training. Also joined by Jon Decker and Brian Dobbie on Coaches Corner, Ted and his fellow panelists discuss developing a game plan, maintaining a positive mindset, and managing nutrition for optimal performance on the golf course.Later, Ted speaks with featured guest Jon Levy, VP Communications with GolfForever. Jon shares how GolfForever has derived many benefits from its partnerships with professional golfers and coaches alike. They also highlight the importance of community engagement and giving back to the golf community, showcasing how organizations like GolfForever are making a positive impact.This video podcast is available on the iGolf Sports YouTube Channel and Spotify. To hear the audio version go to Spreaker.com or wherever you listen to podcasts.This is a production of the iGolf Sports Network.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/golf-talk-live--6428965/support.