Are mini drivers the key to finding more fairways and attacking more par 5s or just a lot of hype? In this podcast, Matt explains the facts about mini drivers, evaluates the five most common reasons for putting a mini driver in the bag, and recommends three of his favorite mini drivers. Watch this video on YouTube HERE Check out GolfN HERE
Pace of play is one of the biggest problems in golf. In this podcast, Matt lists eight signs that you are part of the problem - and ways to help you play faster.
Fake golf equipment is a big problem. How big? As much as 2,000,000 pieces a year big. In this episode, Matt talks with Joe McIntyre of The Golf Group about why fake golf clubs are a problem for golfers and how to avoid them. Not sure if you're buying fake clubs? Check with The Golf Group HERE
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 HERE Save 10% on all Koger purchases with code PLUG. Shop HERE
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: https://www.owcogolf.com/
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.
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 HERE and use code PLUGGEDIN20 to save 20% on his programs.
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 HERE
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 HERE
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: https://voicecaddie.com/products/sc4-pro-launch-monitor-3d-driving-range-simulator-plugged-in-golf-special?bg_ref=nLxi1Kn5Xk Voice Caddie Laser FIT Rangefindersave $20: https://voicecaddie.com/products/laser-fit-plugged-in-golf PUR Golf Truth Putting Trainer, save 20% with code PLUG: https://pur.golf/ Tour Aim Training Aid, save 15%: https://touraimgolf.com/?sca_ref=5597118.Ov0IGwQPws
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 HERE
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 HERE
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 HERE
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.
In this episode, we dive deep on golf fitness with Chris Finn, the CEO and Founder of Par4Success [get your free Home Mobility Assessment HERE]. 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 HERE and our Golf Myths Unplugged on speed training featuring Chris's original research HERE. Watch this episode on YouTube HERE Listen to the Plugged In Golf Podcast on iTunes HERE
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 HERE]. 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 HERE Watch this episode on YouTube HERE
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 HERE
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.
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.
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 HERE