Golf Unfiltered Podcast

In the final installment of the Re-Reading Hogan's Five Lessons, Adam describes Ben Hogan's thoughts on the downswing and why it might be his most difficult -- yet important -- lesson.  Get 15% off your next order from Goodr sunglasses by using promo code NOFILTER at checkout, or go to goodr.com/nofilter to have it automatically applied. 

Resident Golf Twitter legal expert Will Bardwell is back to discuss the high-level points of the litigation filed against the PGA TOUR by LIV Golf. Adam and Will discuss his outstanding article on LyingFour.com , including what precedent LIV Golf's complaint might set for pro golf's future.

This week on the podcast Adam shares his experience playing the courses at Lawsonia in Green Lake, WI. Adam discusses both courses, The Woodlands and Lawsonia Links, including his favorite aspects of each. While this isn't a deep dive into course architecture, it's a summary of a first-timer's initial experience at one of the best courses in the country.

Continuing our series on Ben Hogan's Five Lessons, this week Adam discusses what Hogan refers to as the first part of the golf swing, AKA the backswing. Adam highlights three main takeaways -- pun intended -- in this lesson, including the waggle, the one-piece takeaway, and Hogan's famous "pane of glass" illustration.

This week Adam discusses Ben Hogan's second lesson from "Five Lessons," stance and posture. There are two elements Adam focuses on regarding stance, including Hogan's feet position and how he extends his arms away from his torso to allow his elbows to be as close as possible. Later, Adam shares a few additional tips he's received from past golf lessons related to stance and posture.

This week on the podcast Adam shares his thoughts on why LIV Golf is likely to succeed, and it has nothing to do with the golf being played. Why do players (or regular people) make the choices they make? What does it say about the PGA TOUR, and why do players change their minds about what was once the ultimate goal?

Adam recently re-read Ben Hogan's Five Lessons; an activity he'll do once a year to brush up on fundamentals. In this episode, Adam shares his thoughts on the golf grip according to Hogan, including how it has helped him get his game back on track this season.

Jon Sherman, creator of Practical-Golf.com, joins the show to discuss his new book: The Four Foundations of Golf - How to Build a Game that Lasts a Lifetime.  You can find Jon's book on Amazon here: https://amzn.to/3yhScRI

The 2022 US Open has come and gone with Matt Fitzpatrick winning on an impressively tough course among an impressively talent leaderboard. Adam dives into what we can expect to talk more about post-US Open, and unfortunately a lot of it will still be LIV Golf. 

Nikki Dunagan and Adam Fonseca cover a LOT of ground in this week's episode as they trade takes on Phil Mickelson's 2022 US Open press conference, the tournament itself, and then perhaps the greatest movie in recent memory. What do we think about Phil's state of mind? Does the actual golf even matter anymore? Can we get more Miles Teller in our lives? We tackle the important questions -- and more...

On a special episode of the GU podcast we welcome on Whit Watson, golf journalist and TV analyst, to discuss day 1 on the upstart LIV Golf Tour. Whit and Adam discuss everything from the drama at press conferences, the controversy around the Saudi-backed league, Whit's take on how event was covered, and much more.

The first week of the LIV Golf Tour season starts on June 9th, and Adam is ready to dive into all the nonsense that has surrounded it so far. The list of players have been released, many of whom say life on the PGA TOUR was "unfair" or "terrible," which makes no sense whatsoever. What should we expect from this ongoing drama in the world of pro golf?

This week on the podcast Adam shares a few reflections from his past week basically living at a golf course while Mrs. GU was out of town. He details his round art Schaumburg GC, where he and his friend were paired up with a father/son duo who made the experience even better. Finally, Adam shares his appreciation for Budget Golf for helping with a very important cause.

On this week's show, Adam tip-toes into the pool of hypotheticals about Tiger Woods' future in professional golf following his WD from the 2022 PGA Championship. What could be next for Tiger? What more does he have to prove? Why risk personal health now during a time when pro golf is clouded by drama and uncertainty? Adam also details his recent trip to Canyata Golf Club in Marshall, Illinois, and...

Author Shane Ryan returns to the podcast to discuss his newest book, "The Cup they Couldn't Lose: America, the Ryder Cup, and the Long Road to Whistling Straits." Detailing the history of the Ryder Cup leading up to present-day, Shane and Adam discuss the finer details of his research process, understanding the differences between the USA and Europe's approaches to the Matches, and much more. You...

This week Adam shares his firsthand experience being custom fit with Mizuno Golf's Shaft Optimizer 3D. Mizuno is a new partner with GU, and Adam got the full experience of a custom club fitting to place him into a set of Mizuno Pro 225 irons. Golf gear nerds and beginner golfers alike will enjoy this episode. For more information on Mizuno Golf and the Shaft Optimizer 3D, visit their website here...

Evan Singer is the co-founder and co-host of The Par Train , a website and podcast that focuses on the mental side of golf. Evan and Adam discuss some of the biggest pitfalls golfers fall into when playing, along with understanding how the smallest shifts in mindset can make a world of difference. Follow Evan Singer on social media @TheParTrain.

Steve Henneman is the Global Sales Director for TecTecTec!, a golf and optics technology company. Adam and Steve discuss the new KLYR rangefinder from the brand, which features a truly unique compact design while still equipped with all the features you need. Visit us.tectectec.com to learn more.

This week on the podcast Adam discusses a number of hot topics in golf, including Tiger's performance at the 2022 Masters and the rumored names who will be joining LIV Golf, the Saudi-backed "super golf league." Bubba Watson is a surprise name to pop up for many reasons. Adam also provides his take on where Phil Mickelson has been hiding, and much more.

Adam is back on the microphone this week fresh off the 2022 Masters Tournament and the (potential) return of Tiger Woods to pro golf. In this episode, however, Adam discusses what the game has taught him about appreciating every moment playing golf. He shares a few memories of the golf club he worked at while growing up and how it is no longer around. Finally, Adam offers some advice to listeners...

On this week's episode, Adam is all fired up about the announcement of LIV Golf Investment's playing schedule -- which includes a stop in "Chicagoland." Will people be tempted to buy tickets to these events despite knowing who is backing the new tour? In addition, Adam talks about his invitation to The Seventy -- Sub 70 Golf's new custom fitting location in Sycamore, Ill.

We're back this week with a review of the Mizuno ST-G 220 driver and the benefits of using a weight-adjustable driver. Adam discusses the finer benefits of weight placement, especially on a driver with three track options. Later, Adam discusses the latest PGA TOUR news, including the induction of Tiger Woods into the World Golf Hall of Fame.

As the current world events continue to unfold around us all, golf remains a fitting distraction. However, not even golf can escape drama and the constant, immediate news cycle. Adam offers his thoughts on all of this (and more) in a different type of episode this week.

On a very special episode of the podcast, Will Bardwell of LyingFour.com discusses his article " Blind Men and Blood " -- a commentary on the rumored departures of PGA TOUR players to the Saudi-backed Super Golf League. Adam and Will discuss what this level of sportswashing means for golf as a whole, the players involved in its unfolding, and much more. 

Travis Baker is the founder and CEO of Waggle Golf , an independent golf apparel brand that features some of the most fun and unique styles you'll see on the market. Travis and Adam discuss how he started the brand, his love of the social elements of golf, what's next for Waggle Golf, and so much more.