Breaking 80 Over 50 A Golf Improvement Journey

This week Frank was hoping to be podcasting from Pinehurst North Carolina but the Golf Gods intervened with different plans. If the golf shoe doesn't fit...acquit? No, that's not it. Unable to get out on to the course, it's time to find creative ways to work on the golf game indoors. Tune in to find out how that is going to happen. I read and respond to every email, don't be a stranger: Breaking80...

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In this episode host Frank interviews Bob Lobby, an engineer and entrepreneur who turned lag putting into a quantitative science. Bob explains how he developed Putting by the Numbers over 25 years: using the Stimp meter concept, measuring green, fringe and fairway friction, and calculating an Individual Power Factor (IPF) — how far a ball travels per inch of putter retraction for each player. He w...

This episode covers a rainy South Florida weekend where two very different rounds produced identical scores: back-to-back 86s. The host breaks down key holes, bad decisions (including a memorable triple after trying an impossible bank shot), and redeeming moments like clutch chips and great bunker play. He reflects on improved mental resilience — laughing off mistakes instead of folding — and how...

Frank recounts two very different rounds that both finished at 88 and reflects on what makes golf special beyond the score. He breaks down his recent play — driver inconsistencies, better wedge distances, and frustrating putting that repeatedly lipped out — while noting course conditions after heavy South Florida rain. More importantly, he shares how golf builds community: the morning camaraderie,...

It's Labor Day and Frank gets in three rounds over the three day weekend. Ball striking has improved just in time to battle the newly aerated greens at Oriole Golf Club. No two rounds of golf are ever the same and after a busy golf weekend, Frank's tries to make some sense of his random thoughts. I would love to hear from you! Email me at: Breaking80over50@gmail.com All music provided by Epidemic...

Frank weighs in on the storm surrounding Good Good golf and Calloway. Then he tries to find a window in a bad weather weekend to get out and play golf. The PGA tour season wraps up and it's another year of dominance for Scottie Sheffler. And, if there wasn't already too much YouTube Golf to watch, another big name enters the space as Kevin Heart begins to document his golf journey. I would love to...

Unfortunately, sometimes work gets in the way but after a break in the action Frank heads back out on the course to continue the quest to break 80. The summer heat persists and after shaking off a little rust on Saturday, he comes out firing on Sunday. Could this be it, the round where Frank breaks 80? Tune in to find out. I would love to hear from you, email me at: Breaking80over50@gmail.com All...

Frank opens with candid frustration after a rough August and two disappointing rounds. He dissects advice from a Golf Smarter podcast and a Ryan Mouque video that both stress eliminating doubles and triples, dialing back the driver, and prioritizing putting over risky chips. Frank confesses his confidence paradox—his driver is his most trusted club despite recent miss tendencies—and explores shots...

Frank wrapped up July, hopeful that his golf game was coming together, but the Golf Gods had other plans. I would love to hear from you, email me at: Breaking80over50@gmail.com All music provided by Epidemic Sound

After a brief break, Frank is back and introduces a new segment called Birdies, Bogeys, and Blow Ups to recap the good, the bad and the ugly from the golf weekend. Also, Will Ferrell's new golf show, The Hawk is out on Netflix. Does it live up to the high bar set by the greatest racing movie of all time, Talladega Nights? Tune in to find out. I would love to hear from you, email me at: Breaking80o...

This week Frank dives back into YouTube golf and the first segment of the YGT, Your Golf Tour. The biggest names in golf content all together in one place, Wesley Bryan, George Bryan, Grant Horvat, Brad Dalke, Garret Clark, Sean Walsh, Roger Steele, Luke Toomey, Luke Kwon, Taco Golf, Sam Heung Min, Peter Finch, Micah Morris, Ryan Ruffels, Josh Kelley & Chance Taylor. How could putting all of t...

It's 4th of July weekend and the heat is unbearable in South Florida. Hot or not, Frank gets out for three rounds in three days. While he struggles with ball striking, the short game has come a long way and keeps the big numbers off the card. Improving around the greens hasn't been easy but Frank shares some tips and tricks for improving chipping, pitching and putting. Feel free to say hi! Email m...

As we reach the halfway point of 2026, it seemed like a good time to bring new listeners up to speed on the journey so far. After a quick flashback intro, Frank returns to the present to discuss the kickoff of the YGT and recaps an interesting weekend on the golf course. Is the quest to Break 80 over? Tune in to find out. I would love to hear from you! Email me at Breaking80over50@gmail.com All mu...

The latest podcast episode dives deep into the thrilling challenges of the US Open at Shinnecock, where the world's best golfers faced a grueling test of their skills. Highlighting Wyndham Clark's win as a testament to perseverance, the episode reflects on how the tournament pushes players to confront their limitations. The discussion extends to personal golfing experiences, particularly the oppre...

On this week's episode, Frank welcomes Jared Tendler to the podcast to discuss his new book: Everyday Gold Psychology; Practical Advice for Golfers at Every Level. This show has it all. In addition to mental game tips Jared delivers a unique perspective on the physicality and athleticism required to play better golf. Plenty of tips and tricks are shared around making the game more fun and tying pr...

This week Frank recaps the god and the bad from his May rounds of golf and then talks about what he needs to work on in his golf game to make the next leap forward. Does this plan include Golftec? Tun in to find out. I would love to hear from you, email me at: Breaking80over50@gmail.com Check out Boca Greens the worst golf course in Florida: https://youtu.be/k4JqIrcLT8k?si=26R8UyCDmTj88utd Enjoy t...

In this episode Frank welcomes Grant Garrison to the show. We start out answering a listener question about aging and golf and then wind our way through quite a few things, like focusing on how a golf swing looks as opposed to if it creates better impact conditions. We talk chipping, putting, technology and what to look for in golf instruction. I would love to hear from you, email me at: Breaking8...

This week Frank takes advantage of the Memorial Day Holiday to get in three rounds of golf. In need of a break, he just can't seem to find one as work interrupts the first round of the weekend. After straightening things out, he weathers a frustrating Golftec lesson, leaves the work challenges behind and breaks out of a slump to end the holiday weekend on a high note, playing good golf and looking...

This podcast episode delves into the recent PGA Championship, celebrating Aaron Rai's remarkable win at the challenging Aronimink course. Frank shares personal anecdotes of golfing struggles and triumphs, including his battle with back pain and surprising performance on the greens. Listeners are treated to insights into the psychological aspects of the game, exemplified by Alex Smalley's journey f...

In this episode, Frank discusses a weekend filled with golfing highs and lows, from promising starts to disappointing finishes. The narrative weaves through the complexities of maintaining a low score, the significance of practice, and the reality of finding time amidst life's other commitments. Through the recounting of rounds played, lessons learned, and the quest for putting excellence, the epi...

In this episode, Frank dives into the latest happenings in the golf world, focusing on the PGA Tour's return to Doral and Cameron Young's win over Scottie Scheffler. Meanwhile, LIV Golf faces a challenging future as its backing from the Saudi Investment Fund dwindles. With $6 billion already spent, questions arise about the league's sustainability. Frank also highlights a new YouTube-driven golf l...

Frank returns with his 23 rd episode and can’t believe he has made it this far. The golf journey continues with quite a bit of good golf surrounding a moment of total frustration. He shares a story about the rider and the elephant and explains how the battle between his rational and emotional sides played out on the course. He also discusses putting a new metric in place to highlight the importanc...

In this episode of the podcast, Frank delves into the often-overlooked mental aspects of golf, inspired by Dr. Bob Rotella's book 'Golf is Not a Game of Perfect.' The host discusses how golfers often hold themselves to high expectations, leading to frustration and self-critique. By focusing on the joy of the game and fostering a trusting mentality, golfers can perform better and enjoy the process....

This episode wraps up Frank's Shot Scope H50 review and resets expectations for upcoming Golf Tech lessons. He also recaps his weekend rounds and shares mindset lessons from Rory McIlroy's Masters victory. I would love to hear from you! Email me at: Breaking80over50@gmail.com All music provided by Epidemic Sound