The Golf Podcast Presented by Golficity

This week Chris Gaffney, Director of Championships for the Metropolitan Golf Association (MGA), stops by the show to talk about the 2019 golf rule changes you need to know. Tune in this week as Frank and Mike talk about some of the new 2019 golf rule changes you need to know, plus a whole lot more.

Demo day at the 2019 PGA Show did not disappoint! The Golficity team was out there this year testing new equipment from Titleist, Wilson, Callaway, and more. Tune in this week as Frank, Mike, Eric, and Kris chat about their favorite products from the show.

For a newer golfer, breaking 90 might seem like an insurmountable task, but if you apply the proper strategy, and make some better course management decisions, you may be surprised how low you can really go! In this episode of The Golf Podcast hosts Frank and Mike discuss ways to break through the 90 barrier by avoiding some common mistakes and applying a risk vs. reward strategy that gives you th...

Making sure you’re set up properly goes a long way when it comes to making a consistent and accurate golf swing. A huge part of that setup is making sure you’re standing the correct distance from the golf ball. So how do you know what that distance is? In this episode of The Golf Podcast hosts Frank and Mike talk about how they’re working on standing the proper distance from the golf ball and what...

It’s become a bit of a tradition on the podcast to kick off the new year by setting some new golf goals for ourselves. And why not! After all, setting goals for yourself is the best way to motivate improvement and hold yourself accountable to keep grinding out there. In this week’s episode of The Golf Podacast Frank and Mike outline their goals for 2019 and highlight some of our listener’s submitt...

This past year has just been surreal. We’ve had more than our fair share of once-in-a-lifetime experiences, made some great new friends, and exploded our YouTube channel (thanks guys!). Now as 2018 comes to a close we take a moment to look back at our 10 favorite videos of the past 12 months.

We’ve reached another milestone with our 250th episode of the podcast! So this week we’re taking some time to look back, and forward to celebrate where the podcast has been and where we’re going as we head into the next chapter for the show. Tune in as Frank and Mike tell the whole story about how the podcast started over 5 years ago, and discuss some big plans for the future. We’ll also highlight...

Make no mistake, the real speed of a proper golf swing is generated by a making a good hip turn more than anything else. By correctly rotating or “clearing” your hips you allow your upper body to deliver the club to the ball with speed, consistency, and power. In this episode of The Golf Podcast, hosts Frank and Mike chat about their experiences learning things like proper swing sequencing and hip...

This week we ask, why is it that so many golfers deploy negative thinking when it comes to their golf game? The truth is, there seems to be a culture of negativity in the way that so many of us bemoan our performance on the golf course. In this episode of The Golf Podcast we talk about how to get your golf game back on track by reinforcing some positive thinking about your golfing accomplishments.

It’s been estimated that fewer than 25% of all golfers ever break 100. But fear not, because with a little hard work, and some smart golf, you can certainly reach this milestone on your way to becoming a great golfer. And, even if you’ve already broken through the 100-mark, we still have plenty of tips in this week’s episode that can be applied to any skill level. So tune in this week as hosts Fra...

You’ve heard us say it before, the short game truly is where legends of the game are made. If you want to shoot good scores, you need a sold short game. In this episode of The Golf Podcast, hosts Frank and Mike talk about three simple ways to improve your short game and start shaving strokes from 100 yards and in.

Golf lessons have gone the way of big data, but what does that actually mean for your golf game, and should you embrace or reject all this new tech? In this episode of The Golf Podcast, hosts Frank and Mike review a recent swing lesson they experienced which included thousands of data points and some of the most hi-tech equipment the game has to offer.

It’s question and answer time! This week on The Golf Podcast, we’re answering your questions from the Golficity Facebook Group. Tune in to hear us talk about how we started the podcast, some of our goals for 2019, and a whole lot more.

Conquering the mental side of golf can be a formidable challenge, but if you apply the right mindset you’ll be surprised how well it pays off when you’re out there on the links. In this episode of The Golf Podcast, hosts Frank and Mike talk about 10 mental game tips to help you reach the performance goals you’re chasing.

Broken down to its most simple basics, the golf swing consists of a two rotations, backswing (“wind up”) and downswing. The problem is that many of us have a lot of variation in the way our body rotates, and this leads to a loss of consistency and power in our golf swing. In this episode of The Golf Podcast hosts Frank and Mike talk about how they’re working on improving, and simplifying their rot...

Not every round of golf will be warm and dry, and for those of you who often brave wet, soggy conditions, this episode of The Golf Podcast is for you! That’s right, this week’s we’re talking about how to play your best when the course is soaked from rain. Do do so, you’ll need to manage your expectations and set yourself up for success by making a few adaptations to your strategy and execution…and...

Some of us love them, others hate them, but the truth is that when used properly a hybrid can be one of the most versatile clubs in your bag. In this week’s episode of The Golf Podcast we’ll how you when, how, and why to hit a hybrid to help you get the most out of this key piece of equipment.

In a perfect world you would hit every green in regulation, but let’s be honest, that NEVER happens. So what can we do to save a few more pars? The answer is to master the fine art of the “up and down.” In this episode of The Golf Podcast hosts Frank and Mike talk about both the strategy and execution that goes into becoming an “up and down” aficionado.

Hitting the sweet spot is a great feeling, but it’s also key to maximizing energy transfer between the club and the golf ball. So how do you hit the sweet spot more often, it’s all about balance, eye control, and follow through. In this week’s episode of The Golf Podcast, hosts Frank & Mike chat about some of the things they’re working on to improve sweet spot contact, and how you can do the same.

We have A LOT to cover in this week’s episode of The Golf Podcast presented by Golficity. We’re diving into our recent playing lesson with Kevin Sprecher at Sleepy Hollow CC, plus we’ll be chatting about performance gains from our Titleist TS driver fitting, and a whole lot more. We also have a whole bunch of updates for you on ... Read More

Anyone who has ever said that watching (or listening) to golf is boring has never met Michael Collins. Affectionately known to most as ESPN Caddie, Micheal started with a 20 year carrier in stand up comedy before shaking things up in the golf media world. Tune in this week to hear our interview with the man himself.

We all want a few more yards out of our drives and sometimes just one or two little changes or adjustments are all we need. This week on The Golf Podcast hosts Frank and Mike talk about six things you can try to improve your distance off the tee. The best part is that none of these suggestions are all that complex, and most can be applied to your golf swing almost immediatly. Also, a big hat-tip t...

Even if you don’t know his name, there’s a good chance you recognize Erik Anders Lang’s face, and that’s because this dude is everywhere! Some of you may know him as the host of Skratch TV’s “Adventures in Golf” while others might recognize him from those hilarious and off-the-cuff Vice commercials. Either way there’s no dying that Erik is living every golfer’s dream. Tune in this week for a very...

Time to fess up…have you been neglecting your golf clubs? If so, you’re not alone. Even we admit to getting a little behind on golf club maintenance. That’s why we’re dedicating this week’s episode of The Golf Podcast to talking about the how, why, and when of cleaning your golf clubs. Tune in as we discuss the equipment you’ll need and the methods you should use to keep your golf clubs looking an...

If you want to start dropping birdies you’re going to need a great wedge game. Get those wedge shots in tight and your “made putts” percentage is going to get better, guaranteed! In this episode of The Golf Podcast hosts Frank & Mike outline five ways to be deadly accurate with your wedge shots. Hone these skills and you’ll have a short game you can rely on to help you score better every time out.