The Sweet Spot - Golf Podcast

In Part II of our discussion with Kent Osbourne, we discuss productive ways to look ahead in your next year of golf and set goals properly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before you can think about your goals in 2026, you have to reflect properly on your last year. In this episode, we revisit a conversation with performance coach Kent Osbourne on specific steps to make this happen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Jon and Adam tackle two difficult questions golfers wrestle with all the time. First, they dig into why trying not to think about your score often backfires - and how understanding scoring ranges, perspective, and better mental “redirects” can quiet the obsession without pretending it doesn’t exist. Then they break down the real pros and cons of online versus in-person lessons, in...

In this episode, Jon and Adam dive into a new framework Jon calls the “In Spite Of” model - an honest look at the flaws every golfer has, and how you can still play great golf anyway. They unpack why some quirks should be ignored, others need ongoing management, and a select few truly deserve your attention. Along the way, they share examples from tour pros, their students, and their own games to...

Everyone wants to know how good they could get with unlimited time and resources. Renowned author Tom Coyne joins the show to discuss the time he tried this for his best-selling book, Paper Tiger. We also discuss some of his work for the Golfer's Journal's newest book release - Quiet, Please. To learn more about this project, you can visit https://www.golfersjournal.com/ Thanks to our show sponsor...

In this episode, we bring back Gene Parente from Golf Laboratories to break down some of the most eye-opening robot tests we’ve ever discussed on the show. From wet-vs-dry performance to why a 95 mph swing can keep up with 105 when you optimize impact, Gene explains the data in a way every golfer can actually use on the course. We also dive into mini-drivers, three-woods, gear effect, and the hidd...

In this episode, we discuss how Adam was "swing shamed" on social media and how it reveals some truths and myths about swing aesthetics. Jon also recounts the wildest behavior he's ever seen from a playing partner in a recent tournament. We discuss how to deal with distractions and how to avoid becoming one yourself. Thanks to our show sponsors The Indoor Golf Shop, HackMotion, Ridge, and Ethos: L...

In this episode, Adam and I take a deep dive into when you actually shouldn’t hit driver—because despite what modern analytics say, there are times when it makes sense to leave it in the bag. We talk through how to evaluate risk vs. reward off the tee, why certain holes (like tight doglegs and pinched fairways) punish driver, and how to make smarter decisions that protect your score. Adam also sha...

We revisit our episode on how more golf advice (especially on the swing) is available than ever. But is consuming too much of it making you better or worse? We discuss common mistakes and how best to filter out information—even from Adam and Jon! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PGA Tour winner Mackenzie Hughes joins the show to recap his 2025 season. He discusses how seeing Chris Como and Scott Hamilton are reshaping the concept of his golf swing, how maintaining identity is hard for pro golfers, and the goals he's set for himself in 2026. Thank you to our show sponsors DeleteMe, LMNT, and the Indoor Golf Shop If you want to take your hydration to the next level without...

In this episode, Jon and Adam unpack one of golf’s most overlooked fundamentals — arc depth, the vertical dimension of your swing that determines whether you strike it pure, fat, or thin. They explain how it differs from attack angle and plane, why it’s the “hidden force” behind contact quality, and how you can train it using simple feedback drills. Jon also shares lessons from a conversation with...

In this episode, Jon opens up about a recent tournament where he lost his temper on the course for the first time in years and what it revealed about perfectionism, ego, and expectation management in golf. He and Adam break down why anger shows up for golfers of every level, from the feeling of helplessness to tying our self-worth to our scores. The conversation explores how to recognize when frus...

In this episode, we revisit how to control your distance with irons. Every round, you will encounter shots where you seem to be caught between clubs. Do you choose a longer club and take something off? Or do you go with a shorter iron and try to swing harder? We clear up many of these concepts in this episode! Thank you to our show sponsors The Indoor Golf Shop and DeleteMe As we enter the fall se...

Performance coach Karl Morris joins the show to discuss a ton of topics, including: Mindset trap to avoid: the “I’ll be happy when…” illusion - chasing scores or milestones rarely delivers lasting fulfillment; reset what success means to reduce threat and play freer Reframing golf as a series of puzzles; give your mind a fresh, solvable problem each shot (instead of a vague “one shot at a time” A...

Most golfers think new equipment is the answer, but the truth is one lesson can often do more than a $1,000 driver. In this episode, Adam and Jon dig into why so many players struggle to change their swing, the role that concepts and external cues play, and how Adam fixed a 60-yard slice in just a few swings with a simple drill. We also tackle a listener question about match play strateg - how to...

PGA Tour winner Mike Kim joins the show to discuss his breakthrough year. We discuss changes he made in his swing, working on chipping with Joe Mayo, how he embraces playing golf in "chaos," and some of his top tips for recreational golfers. Thank you to our show sponsors Hydrow, Ethos, and LMNT If you want an efficient, full-body workout that challenges your heart as much as your muscles, check o...

Golf mental coach Josh Nichols joins us for a deep dive into the real mental game: separating “band-aid” tactics from the bedrock beliefs that actually free you up to play. Josh shares what he learned on the way to the U.S. Mid-Am final, plus why most golfers’ biggest fears quietly run the show. You’ll hear practical tools for pre-round prep, handling first-tee nerves, designing a pre-shot routine...

To submit questions you want us to tackle for future episodes, visit: https://adamyounggolf.com/survey Jon and Adam kick off with a detailed look at golf balls - whether premium models like the Pro V1X truly offer an advantage, what the data says about distance, spin, and aerodynamics, and how much ball choice really matters for different skill levels. They share insights from Ballnamic testing, p...

Back pain is one of the biggest issues keeping golfers from playing their best—or from playing at all. In this episode, back pain expert Gavin Routledge unpacks why so many golfers suffer, the biggest myths about back injuries, and how you can build a plan to play golf without pain. We cover: • The “Cliff of Pain” concept and how to stay far away from it • Why your back pain may not be coming from...

This week, we're rewinding to our episode on how the elements affect ball flight! Chris Broadie and Marty Jertson from PING/Ballnamic join us to discuss the big 4. How do wind, temperature, humidity, and altitude alter ball flight? You are definitely going to learn something new and will likely change your mind on what you've been told all these years. Thank you to our show sponsors DeleteMe and P...

Everyone talks about hitting fades and draws… but should you actually be shaping the ball both ways? In this episode, we explore the real tradeoffs of intentional shot shaping versus playing more neutral - including how it affects dispersion, confidence, and your ability to manage the course. We also break down why most golfers misunderstand “two-way misses,” and how face control (not curve) is wh...

If you play golf long enough, you will develop plenty of scar tissue. Adam and Jon share some personal experiences to highlight how our mistakes and setbacks are necessary to achieve what we want in our golf games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Golf coach Liam Mucklow joins us to share some interesting data he uncovered in his study on grip pressure and size. We learn how the size of your grip can reduce dispersion by over 30% and how grip strength and pressure are among the "secrets" to achieving better golf swings. Thank you to our show sponsors Hammer Made, Ethos Life Insurance, LMNT, and Pestie: Ethos is an online platform that makes...

To learn more about our favorite training aid, the Divot Board, visit their website here This episode explores the concept of attack angle and arc depth. We explore the tradeoffs in technique, how these are two different (but related) concepts, and how you can make meaningful changes based on your swing tendencies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Harvey Penick's Little Red Book is regarded as one of the best golf books ever written. In this episode, we break down some of the top takeaways from the book that remain relevant today, despite being decades old. What's old is new again! Thank you to our show sponsors Hack Motion, Rhoback, and LMNT Analyzing thousands of swings, our partner HackMotion found that casting is one of the most common...