Episodes

  • 397: Travis Zappia - Recapping US Open Pre-Qualifying Rounds
    May 22 2025

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    Today's guest is Travis Zappia a good friend and plus handicap. We each caddied for each other in the US Open Qualifying (he played Phoenix CC, I played The Estancia Club). This was my best qualifier and learned a ton that I know will help your mental game.

    Whether you play tournaments or not, this episode will help you master your game!

    In this episode you will learn:

    • Why you must fight until the finish.
    • The power of expectation management.
    • Why you should enter into a big "scary" event.
    • The importance of pre and post round routines to learn from everything.
    • How to reset when you have negative visualization over a shot (and pre/post shot routines).

    And a lot more.

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    52 mins
  • REPLAY: Charlie Beljan - Think Like a PGA Tour Winner + 10 Lesson Recap
    May 20 2025

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    Charlie Beljan is a pro golfer born in Mesa, Arizona who went on to win the 2002 US Junior Amateur. He also won the 2006 Arizona Amateur before playing college golf at the University of New Mexico.

    After graduating Charlie turned pro in 2007 and played on the Gateway Tour from 2008-2011. He won seven times and led the money list in 2009.

    He earned his PGA Tour card in 2012 and went on to win the Children's Miracle Network Hospitals Classic.

    In this episode, you will learn:

    • His crazy US Open story
    • How to finish the round strong
    • How to bounce back after a blowup hole
    • His approach shot strategy outside 150 yards
    • Why you should never whine about course conditions
    • The biggest mistake most golfers make with wedges
    • Why you need a carry number and the importance of knowing your distance

    Plus, my 10-point extensive recap afterward to help you apply these lesson to your game.

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    Wicked Smart Golf Practice Formula: 65+ Practice plans and a 90-minute masterclass to practice like a pro.

    Also, don’t forget to connect on social media:

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    1 hr and 27 mins
  • FREE Live Training This Wednesday: Avoiding The Big 3 Mental Mistakes
    May 19 2025

    Register for the FREE LIVE training this Wednesday (5/21) at 4:30pm PST.

    This will include:

    • 40 minute mental game training to avoid 3 of the biggest mental mistakes
    • Q&A to answer any questions you might have about the mental game, course mgmt, tournament golf, and anything else.
    • I'll be giving away FREE Audible copies of my book Wicked Smart Golf and Wicked Smart Golf II

    Register now to attend and get the replay for 72 hours!

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    2 mins
  • 396: Dr. Nik Neal - Becoming a Top 1% Amateur Golfer
    May 15 2025

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    Today’s guest is Dr. Nik Neal, the founder of Golf Strong Hit Bombs — a unique fitness system designed specifically for golfers who want to play better, swing faster, and shoot lower scores. Nik is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, a competitive elite amateur golfer, and one of the most respected voices in golf-specific fitness. He’s worked with golfers of all levels to help them move better, gain distance, and stay injury-free for the long haul.

    What makes Nik’s approach so effective is that he lives it himself. Not only has he created a system to help others, but he’s used it to transform his own game — becoming longer, more consistent, and more competitive than ever. In this episode, you will learn:

    • Prehab vs. rehab.
    • Why you MUST set big goals.
    • His epic journey of tournament golf.
    • The importance of distance for high level tournament golf.
    • Why mobility and strength are game-changers for every golfer.

    Follow Dr. Neal on YouTube for his "Road to Augusta" series and on Instagram for daily tips.

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    Wicked Smart Golf Practice Formula: 50+ Practice plans and a 90-minute masterclass to practice like a pro.

    Also, don’t forget to connect on social media:

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    49 mins
  • 395: How I Shot 68-71-75 for 2nd Place at PHX City
    May 13 2025

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    Today is a special episode as I break down one of my best tournaments ever (and best multi-day finish in Arizona). Whether you're a 5, 15 or 25 handicap, you will learn a ton from the episode, including:

    • The mindset to going low.
    • How to reframe past year failure.
    • My stats each day to help you reset expectations.
    • The importance of hitting it longer off the tee and how to get started.
    • How to bounce back from really bad shots (I had several thin irons, a flub, and a 4-putt).

    And a lot more.

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    Also, don’t forget to connect on social media:

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    35 mins
  • 394: Dr. Michael Lardon - Learn How to Unlock Peak Performance
    May 8 2025

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    Today’s guest is one of the top performance coaches in the world and someone I’ve looked up to for years — Dr. Michael Lardon. He’s a world-renowned sports psychiatrist who’s worked with elite performers across multiple disciplines, including Olympic athletes, Fortune 500 CEOs, and of course, some of the best golfers on the planet. His past clients include Phil Mickelson, David Duval, Lee Janzen, and Hunter Mahan, just to name a few.

    Dr. Lardon is also the bestselling author of two powerful books: Mastering Golf’s Mental Game and Finding Your Zone. His work has had a massive influence on how I teach pre-shot routines and helped my own game as well. His system for performance under pressure, managing thoughts, and building a consistent mindset is one every competitive golfer should know.

    When you listen to this episode, you will learn:

    • About his Q-school caddying experiences.
    • Why you need a mental scorecard every round.
    • What you can do to "think like the pros" for lower scores.
    • What is the zone and how to access the zone more often.
    • The importance of pre-shot routines for better performance under pressure.
    • What he's learned working with top athletes in the world that you can apply to your game.

    And a lot more mindset hacks for better performance.

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    Wicked Smart Golf Academy: The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.

    Wicked Smart Golf Practice Formula: 50+ Practice plans and a 90-minute masterclass to practice like a pro.

    Also, don’t forget to connect on social media:

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    54 mins
  • 393: 7 Deadly Habits of BAD Golfers You Must Avoid
    May 6 2025

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    Habits make or break success (in golf and life).

    If you want to achieve your goals this year, you must avoid bad habits that most golfers have. When you listen to this episode, you will learn:

    • How to pre-shot like a pro.
    • Why you must have an optimistic mindset.
    • How a distance chart can 10X your confidence.
    • The importance of tracking stats to getting more insights into your game.

    And a lot more easy golf tips to help your mindset + game.

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    Wicked Smart Golf Academy: The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.

    Wicked Smart Golf Practice Formula: 50+ Practice plans and a 90-minute masterclass to practice like a pro.

    Also, don’t forget to connect on social media:

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    19 mins
  • 392: April Recap -15 Amazing Tips for Better Golf
    May 3 2025

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    In this April recap, you'll get the best content from the month to help you play better without swing changes. When you listen, you will learn:

    • Why score goals kill rounds.
    • How to prepare for tournaments.
    • The secret reason for tracking stats.
    • The importance of mindset work for lower scores.
    • My practice plan + the easiest way to practice like a pro and not waste time at the range.

    And a lot more.

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    DECADE Golf: The #1 course management system to think like a pro (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%).

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    Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%)

    Wicked Smart Golf Academy: The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.

    Also, don’t forget to connect on social media:

    Follow on TikTok

    Follow on Instagram

    Subscribe on YouTube

    Buy Wicked Smart Golf on Amazon or Audible

    Buy Wicked Smart Golf II on Amazon or Audible

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    25 mins
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