Those Weekend Golf Guys

Segment 1 — The Leaf Blower Revolution John revisits the genius idea of renting leaf blowers on golf carts. Jeff approves, mostly because it means fewer leaves and fewer excuses. Discussion of “stick blowers,” battery life, and USB‑charging them like they’re iPhones. Reminder: if your pro shop steals this idea, credit goes to us… mostly John… but Jeff will take it. Segment 2 — Fall Golf = Yard Work + Swearing Jeff looks out his window and sees zero grass, all leaves. John suggests hiring the guy with the giant leaf‑vacuum truck. Jeff explains the emotional trauma of raking leaves only to have the wind undo your work. Conclusion: golf is easier than yard work, even when you’re terrible at both. Segment 3 — Grass Talk: The Nerdy Part You Didn’t Know You Needed Hybrid bluegrass that stays green in December? Yes, it exists. Jeff wonders if it’s too thick for fairways or perfect for them — agronomy degree pending. Zoysia: weed or wonder? Jeff says “plant out of place,” John says “looks like straw.” Poa Annua: a curse word in the Midwest, a religion at Pebble Beach. Why greens get bumpy in the afternoon — spoiler: different grasses grow at different speeds. Segment 4 — The Superintendent’s Secret Trick Jeff tells the story of rolling greens after syringing them midday. Why it works: water softens, roller smooths, golfers think the greens are perfect. Why they don’t double‑cut greens: “How many haircuts can a blade of grass take?” Moral: superintendents are wizards and we should stop complaining. Segment 5 — The USGA Actually Does Something Good John is shocked to admit the USGA has useful resources. Jeff explains the “Green Section Record” — a treasure trove of turf knowledge. Also: rules education, videos, examples, and why some rules aren’t as dumb as they seem. Segment 6 — Local Rules: The Golfers’ Manifesto Jeff recalls the Friday gang at Harrison Lake inventing “roving mulligans.” Also: the “throw rule,” used only on your own ball (no sabotage allowed). Why these rules exist: to prevent emotional meltdown after one terrible shot. John and Jeff agree — golf is more fun when you stop pretending you’re in the U.S. Open. Segment 7 — Dormant Grass & Winter Golf Jeff explains dormant Bermuda vs dormant zoysia. Dormant Bermuda = mushy sadness. Dormant zoysia = every shot feels teed up. John suggests spray‑painting it green like Phoenix lawns. Jeff approves this chaos. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In This Episode Jeff reports in from Maryland while vacationing near Chesapeake Bay. A quick football detour featuring Indiana University's impressive season and thoughts on the upcoming Ohio State matchup. Why today's college football players seem bigger, faster, and stronger than ever. John talks about his other podcast, The Approach Shot, and what they've learned from interviewing retired professional athletes. The surprising statistic: most retired pro athletes have never taken a golf lesson. Why athletic ability alone doesn't guarantee success on the golf course. How ego often keeps both athletes and regular golfers from seeking instruction. Jeff shares stories of working with former MLB pitchers and NFL players on the range. The simple swing fixes that often produce immediate results. Lessons from other sports that golfers should borrow, including focus techniques and performance psychology. Why trying to copy someone else's swing can sometimes make your game worse. How finding a motion that fits your body is often more important than looking textbook perfect. Practical advice for golfers who refuse to take lessons. The value of playing with golfers at a similar skill level. Why making a few putts can dramatically improve your enjoyment of the game. Key Takeaway The goal isn't to swing like Rory. The goal is to find a swing you can repeat, trust, and enjoy. Sometimes improvement comes from a major lesson, and sometimes it starts with a small adjustment and an open mind. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

John and Jeff settle in for a classic fall‑golf conversation — equal parts practical, ridiculous, and “why hasn’t anyone thought of this before?” Jeff kicks things off with a life update: he’s taking a rare month off from teaching to spend time with his wife, including a trip to the Indiana vs. Nebraska football game. Thanks to his friendship with Coach Matt Rhule, Jeff’s getting VIP access to the Huskers’ sideline, which John insists is the most Jeff thing ever. From there, the guys dive into the chaos of autumn golf, where the leaves are pretty, the air is crisp, and every tee shot becomes a scavenger hunt. John unveils his million‑dollar idea: golf‑course leaf‑blower rentals so players can blast away leaves and pine needles to find their golf balls. Jeff immediately approves — calling it the kind of innovation that could extend the season and save golfers everywhere from the dreaded “lost in the leaves” penalty. They break down the realities of playing in cooler weather: Layering without restricting your swing Heat packs for hands and pockets Keeping ball position consistent when your body feels different Why fall golf in the western U.S. plays nothing like fall golf anywhere else The show wraps with gear talk — cart covers, cold‑weather accessories, and a reminder to keep your game sharp without freezing your face off. And as always, the guys encourage listeners to enjoy sports responsibly with FanDuel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

• Divot Repair Madness Jeff kicks things off with his long‑standing gripe: why on earth can’t you fix a divot in the fairway? We can repair the green like surgeons, but the fairway — the place you’re supposed to hit the ball — is apparently sacred ground. John shares a video of two British golfers arguing about divot definitions like they’re rewriting the Magna Carta, and both guys agree the logic is… let’s call it “creative.” • The 10‑Club Proposal (aka: No, Thank You) Next up: the Brits again, suggesting golfers should be limited to ten clubs. John wonders why anyone needs a rule to do what they could already do voluntarily, and Jeff admits he played months without an 8‑iron and barely noticed. The conclusion? If you want to carry ten clubs, great — but don’t make it a rule for everyone else. • Golf Ball Markings & Putter Alignment Rules The guys dig into proposed restrictions on ball markings and alignment aids. Jeff questions whether these rules would apply to manufacturer‑printed graphics or just hand‑drawn lines. John wonders who exactly is being protected by making putting harder. The consensus: these changes feel like solutions in search of a problem. • Out‑of‑Bounds Rule Update Jeff explains the new O.B. option: instead of the dreaded walk of shame back to the tee, players can now drop two club lengths inside the boundary with a two‑stroke penalty. It speeds up play and encourages people to actually follow the rule — which is good, because most golfers were already “creatively interpreting” stroke‑and‑distance anyway. • Penalties, Scorecards, and Golf’s Integrity The episode wraps with a chat about penalty fairness and the tradition of signing scorecards. Jeff argues penalties should match the severity of the mistake, and both guys agree that signing a card is still one of the last bastions of honesty in competitive golf. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jeff and John got rolling on all things golf, bouncing from putting to fairways to the little tweaks that actually shave strokes. Jeff went deep on the putting side — talking eye dominance, why speed control is king, and why three‑putting is basically donating strokes to the golf gods. They even wandered into the wild world of side‑saddle putting, mostly to remind everyone why almost nobody sticks with it. From there, they hit on full‑swing strategy: knowing your real distances (not the ones you brag about), picking the right club for the lie, and respecting wind like it’s a living, breathing opponent. And of course, they had to mention how hockey players keep showing up and embarrassing everyone with their natural golf swings. Jeff sprinkled in wisdom from his golf schools, hammering home the basics — hit more fairways, control your speed on the greens, and stop pretending your 7‑iron goes 185. Naturally, the guys drifted into some classic off‑course chatter too: food delivery disasters, sports announcers who drive them nuts, and a little college sports talk for good measure. And yes, John wrapped things up with a nod to FanDuel, reminding listeners to fire up the app if they’re feeling lucky. Jeff and John dive into a full round of golf talk — from putting fundamentals to fairway strategy and everything in between. Jeff breaks down why speed control is the real secret to better putting, how eye dominance affects alignment, and why most golfers should stay far, far away from side‑saddle putting. They get into the nuts and bolts of scoring better: hit more fairways, know your actual club distances, and factor in wind, lie, and slope instead of pretending they don’t exist. The guys also have fun with the ongoing trend of hockey players dominating golf, thanks to their balance, rotation, and hand‑eye skills. Jeff pulls from his golf schools to highlight the biggest amateur mistakes — three‑putting, bad club selection, and fantasy‑land yardages. Off the course, the conversation drifts into food delivery mishaps, sports announcers who make them crazy, and a little college sports banter. Presented by FanDuel, with John reminding listeners to fire up the app and get in the game. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.