Michael Leonard

Wicked Smart Golf

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Welcome to Wicked Smart Golf, the go-to podcast for golfers who want to shoot lower scores and play their best without changing their swing. Hosted by Michael Leonard, a +2 handicap golfer, best-selling author, and founder of Wicked Smart Golf, this show has helped golfers around the world play smarter, more consistent golf with over 1 million downloads and counting. Michael has written over 4 million words on golf, authored four books, and built one of the fastest-growing platforms in the game, all focused on one mission: help you lower your scores without obsessing over your swing. Because t...

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Michael Leonard

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Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

308: Charlie Beljan - Simple Strategies to Hit More Greens 12.09.2024

>>Join DECADE Golf and get 20% off using code "WICKEDSMART" at checkout! 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 l...

307: Charlie Beljan - How to Think Your Way to Lower Scores Fast 10.09.2024

>>Join DECADE Golf and get 20% off using code "WICKEDSMART" at checkout! 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 l...

306: Stop Running from Bad Rounds 06.09.2024

It's time to stop running from your bad days and learn from them. First, stop being embarrassed with a bad shot, bad round, or bad stretch of golf... this game is wildly complicated no matter how good you get. Second, make sure you learn from every round so you don't continue to make the same mistakes over and over again. Track your stats using Arccos Golf or Decade Golf and always write down what...

305: Ryan Sawyer - Learn From Bad Rounds & Avoid Equipment Mistakes 05.09.2024

Ryan Sawyer is a +4 handicap, fellow Taco Bell fanatic, and  Old Town Golf Shop . I met Ryan in 2018 after quitting my corporate job and quickly bonded over tournament golf.  Ryan is an entrepreneur who chased the mini tour life, has worked in the golf world for decades, and took a side hustle into a full-time golf business. They've sold 5,000+ shafts and specializes in helping golfers play the ri...

304: Why 98% of Golfers NEVER Become Scratch & 5 Fixes 03.09.2024

>>Join DECADE Golf and get 20% off using code "WICKEDSMART" at checkout! Only 2% of amateur golfers become scratch handicap! Why? Learn in this episode, plus tangible steps to become a scratch golfer. The USGA found that of those golfers with an active handicap, only 60,000 are scratch handicaps (or better). But don't let those numbers get you down.  From changing your practice routines, adding mo...

303: How to Build Confidence Even on Missed Putts 30.08.2024

Use this quick putting hack I learned from Zen Putting so you can build confidence even if the ball doesn't find the bottom of the cup. Don't forget, to play your best golf, focus on the process NOT the results. Use the "made" vs. "holed" trick so you can have more confidence on every putt.  WICKED SMART GOLF PUTTING RESOURCES Work with Michael for Mental Golf Coaching   10X your confidence on the...

302: 36 Holes, -3 for T3 - Wicked Smart Tournament Recap 29.08.2024

>>> Enter the RAPSODO MLM2 Pro Giveaway with this Instagram post! Today, I'll recap my first of two events in Oregon, where I was the defending champion. Unfortunately, the "DC" didn't repeat, but I still shot -3 in 36 holes, tied for 3rd, and played some incredible golf. As always, there were tons of lessons that I learned to help your game from tee to green. Whether you play tournament golf or n...

301: 10 Mind-Blowing Mental Golf Lessons (John Weir Recap) 27.08.2024

Before this John Weir interview recap, take your FREE Mental Golf Type Assessment now (it'll make the episode even better).  John Weir - creator of the Mental Golf Type® program, caddy, and author of Golfer's Guide to Mental Fitness had an epic two part interview last week (298/299). Today I'll recap what I learned and how to use his incredible mental wisdom for better scores.  When you listen to...

300: 3 Words to NEVER Use During a Round 23.08.2024

Learn the three words you should never use during a round of golf if you want to play your best. Plus, a quick tip for a mental reset if you accidentally use them. Make sure to listen to 298 & 299 with Mental Golf Type creator John Weir for more mental game hacks.  Use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 25% on Mental Golf Type products.  WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course M...

299: John Weir - 9 Mental Mistakes That Sabotage Your Score (Pt. 2) 22.08.2024

Before this interview with John Weir take your FREE Mental Golf Type Assessment now (it'll make the episode even better).  John Weir is back for his 4th time on the show. He is one of the top names in the mental golf world and has real-world experience as a caddy on the PGA and Korn Ferry Tour.  He is also the creator of the Mental Golf Type® program and author of Golfer's Guide to Mental Fitness....

298: John Weir - 9 Mental Mistakes That Sabotage Your Score (Pt 1.) 20.08.2024

Before this interview with John Weir take your FREE Mental Golf Type Assessment now (it'll make the episode even better).  John Weir is back for his 4th time on the show. He is one of the top names in the mental golf world and has real-world experience as a caddy on the PGA and Korn Ferry Tour.  He is also the creator of the Mental Golf Type® program and author of Golfer's Guide to Mental Fitness....

297: Do THIS When You're Spiraling Out of Control 16.08.2024

There's nothing worse than feeling like you're spiraling out of control mid-round. When you make a bad swing, a big number, or can't get comfortable you MUST slow down... you have to get your mind to calm down so you can get out of stress and into the zone. Learn more about this technique from the book, GYRA Golf by Dr. Izzy Justice. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Cour...

REPLAY: Derek Deminsky - How to Become a Wedge Wizard 15.08.2024

>>Download my FREE 10-page guide to become a wedge wizard. Does your short game need help? Are you ready to stop wasting shots around the green?  If so, you'll love today's episode with Derek Deminsky of Golf Better Tuscon.  Derek has nearly 150,000 followers on his Instagram and is the Director of Instruction at the Forty Niner Country Club in Tucson, AZ. He was the Southwest PGA Teacher of the Y...

296: 7 Midseason Lessons You Must Learn to Break 80 13.08.2024

>>Join DECADE Golf and get 20% off using code "WICKEDSMART" at checkout! Ready to break 80? You need to learn these seven midseason lessons FAST. When you listen to this episode, you will learn:  How playing faster can help you play better.  The importance of getting back to the basics. The easiest way to have more fun every round. Why you can't take swing changes to the course (this is a big mist...

295: Stop Overthinking So Much on the Course 09.08.2024

Stop thinking so much and I bet you'll play better fast. This topic was inspired from the 2-part episode with Landon Michelson (ep 293/294). When you think less and have more feels, it's easier to access your subconscious and get in the zone.  WICKED SMART GOLF RESOURCES  Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Train...

294: Landon Michelson - Shift Your Self Belief for Lower Scores Fast 08.08.2024

Landon Michelson is today's guest - he is a holistic golf instructor and former professional golfer. He played 10 years professionally on PGA Tour Latin America, PGA Tour Canada and Sunshine Tour. He is also a certified Fluid Motion Factor instructor and specializes in helping golfers understand their own games and access what they already own. This aligns well with your philosophy of improving wi...

20 Winners Announced from WSG Survey! 08.08.2024

Thanks so much for filling out the survey to help me make the best content and learn more about your game! As announced in the episode I gave away even more based on the tremendous response.  In total 20 people will get awesome FREE stuff: 7 people get Wicked Smart Golf on Audible 7 people get access to Pre-Shot Like a Pro 3 people get access to Wicked Smart Golf Academy 3 people get 1:1 mental go...

293: Landon Michelson - How Routines Lead to 10X Confidence 06.08.2024

Get Arccos Golf to track your stats with 10% off! Landon Michelson is today's guest - he is a holistic golf instructor and former professional golfer.  He played 10 years professionally on PGA Tour Latin America, PGA Tour Canada and Sunshine Tour. He is also a certified Fluid Motion Factor instructor and specializes in helping golfers understand their own games and access what they already own. Th...

292: Don't Let This Mistake Ruin Your Practice 02.08.2024

Practice is a pillar to playing wicked smart golf... but are you doing it the right way? Listen to this short episode to make sure you're not making a crucial practice mistake that I made for years!  Fill out this short survey to help me produce the best content and get entered to win all kinds of awesome free stuff. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management Sys...

291: Michael Leonard - Mental Secrets to 10X Your Mindset 01.08.2024

Fill out this short survey to help me produce the best content and get entered to win all kinds of awesome free stuff. Today you'll get to hear me on the Member Guest Podcast sharing more about the mental game. When you listen to this episode, you will learn: What is the mental game in golf. The importance of focusing on what you want.  Why stress is the ultimate killer of performance. Some of the...

REPLAY: How GYRA Golf Can Transform Your Mental Game 30.07.2024

Fill out this short survey to help me produce the best content and get entered to win all kinds of awesome free stuff. GYRA Golf is one of my new favorite golf books ever. If you're ready to take your mental game to the next level Dr. Izzy Justice and GYRA Golf is just what you need. I binge read this book in about a day and implemented the tactics immediately. It resulted in one of the best menta...

Short Survey to Win FREE Coaching + Academy Access 29.07.2024

Fill out this short survey to help me produce the best content and get entered to win all kinds of awesome free stuff including FREE mental golf coaching, access to Wicked Smart Golf Academy, copies of my book, and more. To get entered into the giveaways you must fill out survey by 11:59 pm PST on August 2nd. 

290: Stop Neglecting This to Play Better Golf 26.07.2024

Learn one of the biggest pre-round mistakes that most golfers make that is holding you back from playing your best golf.  Fill out this short survey to help me produce the best content and get entered to win all kinds of awesome free stuff. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%) Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game...

289: Shaun Diackhoff - 7 Golf Fitness Mistakes to Avoid 25.07.2024

Fill out this short survey to help me produce the best content and get entered to win all kinds of awesome free stuff. To lower your handicap and play more consistent you need to take your fitness seriously. Most golfers suffer from back injuries that can wreak havoc on your future... so it's important to bring on a fitness guest to avoid some of the most common fitness mistakes. Shaun Diackhoff i...

288: 5 Lessons From Torrey Pines & Open Championship 23.07.2024

Fill out this short survey to help me produce the best content and get entered to win all kinds of awesome free stuff. I'll be choosing winners for:  One mental golf coaching call ($250 value) to master your mental game .  Two memberships to Wicked Smart Golf Academy ($200 value) to help lower your handicap .  Three memberships to Pre-Shot Like a Pro ($97 value) to help you play more consistently...

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