Plugged In Golf Podcast

Plugged In Golf Podcast

Plugged In Golf's Matt Saternus interviews the most interesting, knowledgeable people in golf so that you can play better and enjoy the game more.

Megan Johnston on Youth Golf & More

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

02-12
30:20

Making Sense of Launch Monitor Data

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

01-29
26:08

Best Golf Gear of 2024

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

12-25
36:44

Astral Putters - A World of Fitting Options

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

12-11
27:25

Rethinking Forgiveness with Sub 70

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

12-04
36:29

Finding Your Flow State with Stephen Baker

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

11-27
42:33

Club Fitting with AI

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.

11-20
35:22

Busting Golf Fitness Myths with Chris Finn

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

10-30
42:13

In Depth with Titleist on the New GT Line

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

10-09
46:41

Reader Questions + T.W.I.G.

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

09-18
26:33

JumboMax Grips + This Week In Gear

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.

09-11
36:18

This Week in Gear + Mailbag

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.

09-04
26:09

One on One with JP Golf

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

08-21
33:56

Updating Your Strategy

Many modern courses feature massive greens and severe undulations in and around them.  Does this require us to rethink the king of stats, greens in regulation?  Matt dives into the data, and offers a simple three-step solution to smarter target selection, in this episode. Check out the written lesson HERE

08-07
24:45

Golf Course Rankings Are Stupid

Rankings are ubiquitous.  From movies to songs to golf clubs and restaurants, we are addicted to lists.  But when it comes to golf courses, rankings are stupid.  Matt explains why in this episode. Check out the article HERE

07-24
32:39

Shot Pattern with Eric Duffet

Shot Pattern is arguably the best golf strategy app available.  In this episode, Matt talks to its creator, Eric Duffet, about why he made it, how it helps golfers, and much more.

07-10
38:30

Coaching Your Own Golf

It's Matt's favorite sports time of year: the NBA Playoffs.  Watching these games has given Matt some thoughts about the limits of coaching, and how you can be a more effective coach for your own golf game.  If you want to easily shave some strokes off your game, take a listen to this episode.

05-29
21:54

Fripp Island Resort

Fripp Island Resort is one of the best under the radar golf destinations, though it's unlikely to stay under the radar for long.  With two great courses and countless amenities and activities, it's a place that you'll never want to leave.  Learn the ins and outs from John Scappatura in this podcast. Check out our Fripp Island Feature HERE Reviews of Ocean Creek Golf Course HERE and Ocean Point Golf Course HERE

05-22
33:19

Podcast Episode 218 - A Quick Lesson + Matt's WITB

In this week's podcast, Matt discusses his recent lesson about the unnecessary difficulty of trying to win at golf your own way.  If you're stuck at a certain scoring plateau, this may help you break through to the next level.  In the second half of the episode, Matt goes through is 2024 WITB and discusses what has changed and what's staying around for another season. Check out the written lesson HERE

05-15
25:42

The Reality of Swing Changes

Matt welcomes Andy Hayes back to the podcast for this eye-opening episode.  After a short Masters recap, they discuss Andy's recent swing changes that came under the guidance of Hank Haney.  This is a must listen for golf swing enthusiasts and any player interested in making serious improvements to their own swing.

04-17
39:31

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