Mind Caddie - Improve Your Mental Golf Game

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  The Secret to Lower Scores? Master Your Wedges | Dr. Sasho Mackenzie #426 11.09.2026 1h 5min

  📖 Get a FREE chapter from the Amazon best-seller Mind Caddie Book: https://web.mindcaddie.golf/ One of the biggest opportunities to lower your golf scores lies between 60 and 140 yards? In this episode of The Mind Caddie, Karl Morris is joined by renowned golf researcher and coach Dr. Sasho Mackenzie to explore the science of wedge play, distance control, practice, feel and skill development. They discuss why better feedback can transform your practice, how technology can help develop genuine feel, and why becoming highly skilled with your wedges could give you the confidence to attack more pins and lower your scores. In this episode: 🎯 Why 60–140 yards is a scoring sweet spot for many golfers 🧠 How feedback and feel actually help you develop skill 📊 Why measuring your real wedge performance can transform confidence 🏌️ The science behind Stack Wedge and smarter practice 🔥 Why contact, ball speed and distance control matter more than obsessing over swing positions ⚡ Sasho's insights into sequencing, speed and the full golf swing A fascinating conversation for anyone looking to improve their golf, lower their handicap, practise more effectively and become a better wedge player. Buy the Mind Caddie book: Mind Caddie: How to Become the Golfer You Know You Can Be Become a Certified Mind Factor Coach: www.themindfactor.com Join the Mind Caddie community: www.mindcaddie.golf Shop with code : MINDFACTOR10 at checkout for 10% OFF your next order at www.fenixxcell.com @fenixxcell
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  Why Your C Game Matters More Than Your A Game – Jared Tendler #425 04.09.2026 44min

  📖 Get a FREE chapter from the Amazon best-seller Mind Caddie Book: https://bit.ly/4yUqY0Q What if your worst golf could teach you more than your best? In this episode of Mind Caddie, Karl Morris talks to renowned performance psychologist Jared Tendler, author of Everyday Golf Psychology, about pressure, confidence, adaptability and why understanding your C game may be the key to becoming a more consistent golfer. Their conversation ranges from golf to professional poker, and explores how we can learn to research our own experience rather than simply trying to eliminate mistakes. In this episode: Why Jared's own experience of choking in US Open qualifying changed the direction of his career The surprising connection between golf psychology and professional poker Why every golfer has an A, B and C game – and why narrowing the gap matters How to recognise the early signs of pressure, anger and overconfidence Why journaling and researching your own experience can transform your relationship with the game How better practice, clear intention and commitment create a more reliable feedback loop Buy the Mind Caddie book: Mind Caddie: How to Become the Golfer You Know You Can Be Become a Certified Mind Factor Coach: www.themindfactor.com Join the Mind Caddie community: www.mindcaddie.golf Shop with code : MINDFACTOR10 at checkout for 10% OFF your next order at www.fenixxcell.com @fenixxcell
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  Why Your Bad Shots Might Be Your Biggest Opportunity - Randy Joyner #424 28.08.2026 51min

  📖 Get a FREE chapter from the Amazon best-seller Mind Caddie Book: https://bit.ly/4yUqY0Q What if accepting your worst golf could actually help you play your best? Karl Morris is joined by renowned coach Randy Joyner for a fascinating conversation about why golfers — even the very best in the world — need to stop trying to control the game and start embracing what it actually gives them. In this episode: Why Gary Woodland's cold top on the PGA Tour is a lesson for every golfer Why accepting bad shots can actually unlock better golf The difference between "positive thinking" and staying open to what's possible Why Randy believes golfers should influence the ball — not try to control it How Scottie Scheffler and Seve Ballesteros demonstrate the power of clear intention Why simplifying your golf swing could be the biggest breakthrough of all Karl and Randy also dive into gratitude, the short game, feel, sound and why your body may be far better at playing golf than you give it credit for. The more you accept the reality of golf, the more freedom you have to play it. A thought-provoking conversation for anyone who wants to play better, think less and enjoy the game more. Buy the Mind Caddie book: Mind Caddie: How to Become the Golfer You Know You Can Be Become a Certified Mind Factor Coach: www.themindfactor.com Join the Mind Caddie community: www.mindcaddie.golf Shop with code : MINDFACTOR10 at checkout for 10% OFF your next order at www.fenixxcell.com @fenixxcell
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  Are You Ruining Your Golf Game by Thinking Too Much? Karl Morris Turns the Tables #423 21.08.2026 55min

  📖 Get a FREE chapter from the Amazon best-seller Mind Caddie Book: https://bit.ly/4yUqY0Q What happens when the interviewer becomes the interviewee? In this special episode of The Mind Caddie, Jim Waldron turns the tables on Karl Morris for a fascinating conversation about Karl's own journey through golf, coaching and the mental game. Karl reveals how a 30-year struggle with his own golf ultimately transformed his approach to performance coaching — and why he believes golfers often look for answers in completely the wrong place. In this episode: Karl's journey from teenage golfer to professional coach Why technical thinking can actually damage your golf His work with players including Louis Oosthuizen and Lee Westwood Why observation is the most important principle in the mental game How acceptance and gratitude can reduce the threat of golf Why creating your own definition of success could transform your game A revealing conversation about golf psychology, confidence, performance and what it really takes to play better golf. Perhaps the answer isn't another swing thought. Perhaps it's learning to stop thinking and start observing. Buy the Mind Caddie book: Mind Caddie: How to Become the Golfer You Know You Can Be Become a Certified Mind Factor Coach: www.themindfactor.com Join the Mind Caddie community: www.mindcaddie.golf Shop with code : MINDFACTOR10 at checkout for 10% OFF your next order at www.fenixxcell.com @fenixxcell
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  The Golfers Who Get Out of Their Own Way Play Better – Dr. Debbie Crews #422 14.08.2026 52min

  📖 Get a FREE chapter from the Amazon best-seller Mind Caddie Book: https://bit.ly/4yUqY0Q Your Brain Is Sabotaging Your Golf  What if the reason you're not playing your best golf has almost nothing to do with your swing? In this fascinating episode of The Mind Caddie, Karl Morris is joined by renowned golf researcher Dr. Debbie Crews, and what she reveals about the brain could completely change the way you approach your next round. Debbie has spent decades studying what happens inside the brains of golfers and other elite performers. Her latest research explores the different "mini-me's" that can appear on the golf course — the perfectionist, the worrier, the performer, the focused player, the frustrated player and more. The remarkable discovery? They don't all produce the same brain patterns — and some versions of you are far better at playing golf than others. Karl and Debbie explore why you should decide who you're going to be before you play, why the final second before the swing is so important, and why thinking about your technique when you're actually playing may be one of the worst things you can do. They also reveal why target, feel, rhythm and timing can help the brain move away from conscious control and allow your subconscious skills to take over. And if you've ever stood over a putt drowning in swing thoughts, alignment thoughts and technical information, Debbie has a wonderfully simple solution: get the clutter out of your golf and let your brain and body do what they've been trained to do. This is a fascinating conversation about neuroscience, subconscious performance, decision-making and the hidden mental game of golf — with some remarkably practical ideas you can take straight onto the course. In this episode: 🧠 Are you playing with the wrong "you"? Discover Debbie's fascinating research into the different "mini-me's" that emerge during a round. 🎯 Choose who you want to be — why deciding before you play which version of yourself you want on the course can transform performance. ⏱️ The final second matters — what brain research reveals about the crucial moment before the club starts moving. 🏌️ Stop thinking about your swing — why target, feel, rhythm and timing can outperform conscious technical control. 🧹 Declutter your golf — could all those routines, swing thoughts and pieces of information actually be making you worse? 🧠 Meet your "coach and team" — Debbie explains why your conscious mind should make the decision and then trust your subconscious to execute it. ⛳ Why indecision kills performance — why committing to a shot, even the wrong one, is better than standing over the ball with a question mark in your head. 🔥 The simplest golf instruction of all? Debbie's final message: get the ball in the hole and trust your team to figure it out. If you've ever wondered why you can hit the ball beautifully on the range but struggle to reproduce it when it matters, this conversation could change the way you think about your game. Find out more about OptiBrain here: https://www.myoptibrain.com/ Buy the Mind Caddie book: Mind Caddie: How to Become the Golfer You Know You Can Be Become a Certified Mind Factor Coach: www.themindfactor.com Join the Mind Caddie community: www.mindcaddie.golf Shop with code : MINDFACTOR10 at checkout for 10% OFF your next order at www.fenixxcell.com @fenixxcell  
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  "The World's Best Putting Coach' - Phil Kenyon #421 07.08.2026 48min

  📖 Get a FREE chapter from the Amazon best-seller Mind Caddie Book: https://bit.ly/4yUqY0Q What if one of the quickest ways to lower your scores has almost nothing to do with changing your golf swing? In this episode of The Mind Caddie, Karl Morris is joined by world-renowned putting coach Phil Kenyon, who has worked with many of the very best golfers in the game, including Scottie Scheffler. Karl and Phil explore why putting represents such a huge opportunity for golfers at every level and why simply spending more time on the putting green doesn't necessarily lead to improvement. They break putting down into three crucial skills — face control, speed control and green reading — and discuss how to identify which area is actually costing you shots. Phil explains why green reading is better thought of as a prediction skill, how feedback accelerates learning, and why many golfers practise putting without ever really knowing what they're trying to improve. They also explore the difference between technical practice and performance practice, how elite players structure their putting sessions, and why understanding your own tendencies is far more valuable than constantly searching for the latest tip. Phil shares fascinating insights from his work with Scottie Scheffler, including the importance of trusting intuition, accepting the inevitable ebb and flow of performance and developing a clear, repeatable approach rather than constantly searching for something new. The conversation also looks back at legendary putting pioneer Harold Swash, Phil's mentor and one of the people responsible for establishing putting coaching as a specialist discipline. A fascinating conversation about putting, learning and performance — and why becoming a better putter may be one of the most accessible ways to become a better golfer. Why face control, speed control and green reading are the three fundamental elements of putting performance. How to identify the low-hanging fruit that could improve your putting fastest. Why green reading should be viewed as a prediction skill, not simply something you either have or don't have. A simple way of using feedback to improve your ability to predict break. Why hitting three balls repeatedly on the practice green may be doing very little for your game. How the world's best players structure putting practice around their individual tendencies and biases. Why performance practice is essential if you want your putting skills to transfer onto the golf course. What recreational golfers can learn from Phil's work with Scottie Scheffler. Why constantly searching for technical fixes can actually make performance more difficult. The importance of accepting the natural ebb and flow of performance. Why putting offers club golfers an enormous opportunity to lower scores without requiring elite physical capabilities. How Phil's approach has evolved from a prescribed putting method towards treating every golfer as an individual case study. The influence of legendary putting coach Harold Swash on Phil's career and modern putting instruction. Why great coaching isn't necessarily about having a single method — it's about finding the right solution for the player in front of you. Buy the Mind Caddie book: Mind Caddie: How to Become the Golfer You Know You Can Be Become a Certified Mind Factor Coach: www.themindfactor.com Join the Mind Caddie community: www.mindcaddie.golf Shop with code : MINDFACTOR10 at checkout for 10% OFF your next order at www.fenixxcell.com @fenixxcell
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  Without LEARNING technology becomes ENTERTAINMENT How to BEST use a Launch Monitor with Henri Johnson from FlightScope #420 31.07.2026 48min

  Can technology really make you a better golfer—or does it simply confirm what you already know? In this fascinating episode of The Mind Caddie, Karl Morris is joined by Henri Johnson, CEO and founder of FlightScope, to explore how launch monitor technology can transform your game when it's used with purpose. Henri shares the remarkable story behind FlightScope's journey, from developing radar systems for the military to revolutionising ball tracking in cricket, tennis and, ultimately, golf. Along the way, he explains why accurate feedback—not guesswork—is the key to meaningful improvement. Together, Karl and Henri discuss the importance of understanding impact, why consistency beats chasing distance, and how golfers can use technology to develop genuine skill rather than simply collecting data. It's a thought-provoking conversation about deliberate practice, curiosity and learning, reminding us that technology without learning is just entertainment. If you've ever wondered whether a launch monitor is worth the investment, or how to use one to genuinely lower your scores, this episode is packed with practical advice from two experts who believe better information leads to better performance. In this episode you'll discover: Why impact—not swing appearance—is the true skill in golf. The fascinating story of how FlightScope evolved from military radar to golf technology. Why launch monitors should be used to develop skills, not simply gather numbers. The importance of reducing variability before chasing more distance. How improving strike location can dramatically improve your scores. Why having a coach alongside technology accelerates learning. The role of deliberate practice and honest feedback in long-term improvement. How technology builds confidence by replacing guesswork with certainty. Why curiosity and a clear improvement plan are essential for every golfer. Practical advice on choosing the right FlightScope product for your game. Whether you're a weekend golfer, a serious competitor or a coach looking to help players improve, this episode offers invaluable insights into using technology the right way—and becoming a smarter, more confident golfer. Discount Code - TMFFLIGHTSCOPE   https://flightscope.com/collections/all?sca_ref=11890741.2UuTlUw2MS4   Buy the Mind Caddie book: Mind Caddie: How to Become the Golfer You Know You Can Be Become a Certified Mind Factor Coach: www.themindfactor.com Join the Mind Caddie community: www.mindcaddie.golf Shop with code : MINDFACTOR10 at checkout for 10% OFF your next order at www.fenixxcell.com @fenixxcell  
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  How Ryan Fox won The Open - A Coaches View with Karl Morris and Randy Joyner #419 24.07.2026 1h 4min

  Congratulations to Ryan Fox, winner of this year's Open - So what separates major champions from everyone else? It isn't just talent or technique—it's the quality of their thinking under pressure. Fresh from an unforgettable week at Royal Birkdale, Karl Morris is joined by performance coach Randy Joyner to analyse Ryan Fox's remarkable Open Championship victory. Karl Morris has worked with Ryan for more than seven years, Karl shares an insider's perspective on the mental habits, decision-making and performance skills that helped turn a difficult opening round into one of golf's greatest triumphs. Together they explore the power of acceptance in action, why pursuing great shots beats avoiding mistakes, and how creating a clear intention before every shot allows your body to perform at its best. From Ryan's astonishing fairway bunker shot to his fearless approach on the final hole, this episode is packed with practical lessons every golfer can apply. Whether you're trying to lower your handicap or simply enjoy golf more, discover how to develop the mindset that allows you to perform with greater confidence, freedom and consistency. In This Episode: How Ryan Fox recovered from an ordinary opening round to win The Open Championship. The mental performance principles behind championship golf. Why acceptance in action is one of the most powerful skills in golf. The importance of creating a clear intention before every shot. How verbalising your shot improves commitment and execution. Why chasing great shots produces better results than avoiding mistakes. The "Super 6" strategy for staying present during a round. Lessons from watching Scottie Scheffler prepare and practise. What Ryan Fox's remarkable bunker shot reveals about freedom and creativity. Why routines should have rhythm—not become robotic. Separating your identity from your score to perform under pressure. Practical ways golfers of every level can improve their mental game immediately. Buy the Mind Caddie book: Mind Caddie: How to Become the Golfer You Know You Can Be Become a Certified Mind Factor Coach: www.themindfactor.com Join the Mind Caddie community: www.mindcaddie.golf Shop with code : MINDFACTOR10 at checkout for 10% OFF your next order at www.fenixxcell.com @fenixxcell   Ryan Fox, Open Championship, The Open, Karl Morris, Mind Caddie, golf psychology, golf mental game, golf performance, golf mindset, sports psychology, Scottie Scheffler, Randy Joyner, golf coaching, golf confidence, mental toughness in golf, course management, playing under pressure, golf tips, lower scores, major championship golf.
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  Why Rhythm Is the Secret to a Better Golf Swing | Dr Kwon on Biomechanics, Ground Forces & Effortless Power #418 17.07.2026 48min

  Is the secret to a better golf swing hidden in rhythm rather than technique? In this  episode of The Mind Caddie, Karl Morris is joined by renowned golf biomechanist Dr Kwon, whose research into golf swing mechanics and ground reaction forces has influenced coaches and players around the world. Together they explore why so many golfers become trapped by positions and swing thoughts, and why developing natural rhythm, movement and awareness may be the quickest route to a more efficient, repeatable golf swing. Dr Kwon explains how simple training tools such as ropes and kettlebells can help golfers develop better sequencing, improve their interaction with the ground and create effortless speed without forcing positions. If you've ever struggled with consistency, timing or trying to make your swing look perfect, this episode offers a refreshing, science-backed perspective on how great golf swings really work. In this episode you'll discover: Why rhythm may be the single most important ingredient in an efficient golf swing. How ground reaction forces generate effortless speed and power. Why golfers should think less about positions and more about dynamic movement. How the famous rope drill helps develop natural sequencing and swing plane. Why a good backswing begins with movement—not rigidity. How using your legs correctly transforms balance, rotation and club delivery. Dr Kwon's GRAND principles for building a simple, natural golf swing. Why awareness of your movement is the key to successful swing reprogramming. Whether you're a golfer searching for more consistency or a coach wanting to understand the science behind great movement, this conversation is packed with practical insights you can apply immediately. Listen now to discover why great golf isn't about forcing positions—it's about developing rhythm, movement and natural athletic motion. Buy the Mind Caddie book: Mind Caddie: How to Become the Golfer You Know You Can Be Become a Certified Mind Factor Coach: www.themindfactor.com Join the Mind Caddie community: www.mindcaddie.golf Shop with code : MINDFACTOR10 at checkout for 10% OFF your next order at www.fenixxcell.com @fenixxcell Keywords: golf swing, biomechanics, Dr Kwon, rhythm in golf, ground reaction forces, golf instruction, golf coaching, swing mechanics, golf performance, clubhead speed, golf drills, golf practice, The Mind Caddie.  
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  The Hidden Skill That Changes Everything: Awareness, Attention & Better Golf with Jim Waldron #417 10.07.2026 48min

  What if the biggest improvement in your golf wasn't in your swing—but in your awareness? In this fascinating conversation, Karl Morris welcomes back renowned coach Jim Waldron to explore one of the most overlooked skills in golf: the ability to pay attention. Drawing on decades of coaching experience, neuroscience, mindfulness and performance psychology, Jim explains why awareness is the foundation of every great golf swing—and why so many golfers unknowingly sabotage themselves by living inside their own thoughts. Together they explore practical ways to quiet the mind, improve body awareness and develop the kind of focus that allows great golf to emerge naturally. Whether you're trying to improve your swing, overcome fear on the course or simply enjoy golf more, this episode offers a completely different perspective on how lasting improvement really happens. In this episode you'll discover: ⛳ Why awareness is the missing ingredient in most golfers' improvement. ⛳ How body awareness (proprioception) accelerates swing changes. ⛳ Why thinking more often leads to playing worse. ⛳ Practical mindfulness exercises you can use before every round. ⛳ How staying present between shots improves rhythm, tempo and performance. ⛳ The powerful "Snow Globe" analogy for understanding your mind. ⛳ Why observation is more effective than constantly trying to fix your swing. ⛳ How meditation and golf can become the very same practice. If you've ever felt trapped by swing thoughts, overthinking or inconsistent performances, this episode could fundamentally change the way you approach both golf and life. Listen now to discover why your greatest performance breakthrough may come from learning to pay attention—not trying harder. Buy the Mind Caddie book: Mind Caddie: How to Become the Golfer You Know You Can Be Become a Certified Mind Factor Coach: www.themindfactor.com Join the Mind Caddie community: www.mindcaddie.golf Shop with code : MINDFACTOR10 at checkout for 10% OFF your next order at www.fenixxcell.com @fenixxcell Keywords: golf psychology, golf mindset, awareness in golf, mindfulness for golfers, golf mental game, Jim Waldron, Karl Morris, focus in golf, golf coaching, performance psychology, meditation, golf improvement.
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  Master Green Reading & Putting Skills: The Zero Break Line, Pace Control & Better Golf with Will Stubbs #416 03.07.2026 1h 3min

  Karl Morris welcomes Will Stubbs, Head of Performance at Zen Golf, for an in-depth conversation about one of the biggest scoring opportunities in golf—putting. Drawing on the latest research in motor learning, ecological psychology and performance coaching, Will explains why most golfers practise the wrong way and how understanding green reading, pace control and the Zero Break Line can dramatically improve your scores. Rather than chasing perfect mechanics, this episode explores how elite golfers develop adaptability, awareness and feel on the greens. If you've ever struggled to read putts, judge pace or wondered why putting practice doesn't transfer to the course, this episode is packed with practical ideas you can use immediately. In this episode you'll discover: ⛳ Why the Zero Break Line is the foundation of better green reading. ⛳ How a simple clock face system makes reading slopes far easier. ⛳ Why pace control is even more important than start line. ⛳ How the world's best golfers solve putting problems through adaptability—not perfect technique. ⛳ Practical ways to make your putting practice far more representative of real golf. ⛳ How understanding gravity, water flow and green contours transforms your confidence. ⛳ Why "playful practice" leads to faster improvement than repetitive drills. ⛳ An exclusive look at the future of Zen Golf, augmented reality green reading and representative practice. Whether you're a weekend golfer, club player or elite competitor, this fascinating conversation will change the way you look at every putt. Listen now to discover how better green reading, smarter practice and improved pace control could save you more shots than any swing change. Find out more about Will HERE Buy the Mind Caddie book: Mind Caddie: How to Become the Golfer You Know You Can Be Become a Certified Mind Factor Coach: www.themindfactor.com Join the Mind Caddie community: www.mindcaddie.golf Shop with code : MINDFACTOR10 at checkout for 10% OFF your next order at www.fenixxcell.com @fenixxcell #GolfPodcast #Putting #GreenReading #GolfMentalGame #KarlMorris #MindCaddie #GolfPsychology #GolfTips #ZenGolf #WillStubbs #PaceControl #GolfImprovement
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  Play Better Under Pressure: Karl Morris and Randy Joyner on the Mental Game of Golf #415 26.06.2026 1h 1min

  What really separates great golfers from the rest? In this episode of The Mind Caddie Podcast, Karl Morris is joined by top coach and former tour player Randy Joyner to unpack the mental and technical lessons from the US Open — and how everyday golfers can use them to play better under pressure. Together, Karl and Randy explore why so many golfers get trapped in overthinking their swing, how elite players stay present when the pressure is at its highest, and why the real key to better golf may be learning to focus on shots, not swing mechanics. They discuss Wyndham Clark's US Open win, the importance of acceptance, composure and attention control, and why golfers at every level can improve by understanding low point control, club-ground interaction, and the mental skills that create freedom on the course. The conversation also dives into putting, practice habits, anxiety, confidence, and why trying to control every technical detail can actually hold your game back. If you want to stop getting in your own way, improve your focus, and learn how better players really think their way around a golf course, this is an episode you won't want to miss. In this episode: Lessons from the US Open and Wyndham Clark's approach Why overthinking creates anxiety and poor performance The difference between playing golf shots and chasing swing positions How focus, awareness and acceptance improve performance Why low point control is such a vital skill in golf Better ways to practise putting and prepare to play under pressure How tour players manage attention, composure and decision-making Buy the Mind Caddie book: Mind Caddie: How to Become the Golfer You Know You Can Be Become a Certified Mind Factor Coach: www.themindfactor.com Join the Mind Caddie community: www.mindcaddie.golf Shop with code : MINDFACTOR10 at checkout for 10% OFF your next order at www.fenixxcell.com @fenixxcell
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  Heads-Up Putting: The Secret to Better Pace Control? | Dr Sasho MacKenzie (The Stack System) #414 19.06.2026 1h 8min

  Are you focusing on the wrong things in your putting? In this fascinating episode of Mind Caddie, I speak with the internationally renowned golf coach, researcher and creator of The Stack System, Dr Sasho MacKenzie, to explore the science of putting performance and why so many golfers struggle to improve on the greens. For years golfers have been told to focus on stroke path, strike location and mechanics. But what if those factors aren't nearly as important as we think? Dr MacKenzie shares groundbreaking insights into: • Why most golfers fail to improve their putting • The real importance of green reading and face control • Why pace control is the biggest opportunity for lower scores • The science behind heads-up putting • How visual information influences distance control • Why your brain may need different information than your current putting method provides • Practical ways to develop a smoother, more natural putting stroke If you're looking to hole more putts, reduce three-putts and improve your overall golf performance, this episode will challenge some long-held beliefs and give you a fresh perspective on what really matters on the greens. Dr Sasho MacKenzie is one of the most respected researchers in golf performance and the creator of The Stack System, one of the world's leading speed-training and player development platforms. Learn more about Dr Sasho MacKenzie and The Stack System: www.thestacksystem.com Buy the Mind Caddie book: Mind Caddie: How to Become the Golfer You Know You Can Be Become a Certified Mind Factor Coach: www.themindfactor.com Join the Mind Caddie community: www.mindcaddie.golf Shop with code : MINDFACTOR10 at checkout for 10% OFF your next order at www.fenixxcell.com @fenixxcell #GolfPutting #PuttingTips #GolfPerformance #HeadsUpPutting #PaceControl #GolfCoaching #TheStackSystem #SashoMacKenzie #GolfPsychology #MindCaddie
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  Why You're Practising Too Much Golf (And Thinking Too Hard) | Don Christensen #413 12.06.2026 51min

  Can you actually play better golf when you have less time to practice? In this episode of The Mind Caddie, performance coach, psychologist, and former Stanford golf team player Don Christensen explains why the answer may be yes. Don combines decades of academic psychology with elite golf experience to reveal why intention, attention, and trust are often more important than technical practice. Drawing on the principles of The Inner Game of Tennis and Tim Gallwey, he explores how golfers can access their best performances by learning to quiet the analytical mind and trust their natural ability. In this episode: Why golfers with less practice time can sometimes improve faster The hidden power of practicing with intention How to quiet the thinking mind on the golf course Why over-analysis destroys performance The psychology behind playing "in the zone" How attention influences athletic performance Why your intellect always wants to take control Learning to trust a deeper level of intelligence The challenge of keeping golf simple Intrinsic vs extrinsic motivation Why rewards can sometimes reduce motivation The indirect path to success in golf and life The happiness delusion and the pursuit of achievement Falling in love with improvement rather than outcomes How elite performers learn to get out of their own way This is a fascinating conversation for golfers, coaches, sports psychologists, and anyone interested in peak performance, mindset, focus, flow states, and human potential. About Don Christensen Don Christenson is a professor of psychology, Certified Mind Factor Coach, former Stanford University golfer, and one of the leading voices in applying Inner Game principles to golf performance and personal development. Connect with Don Christensen Don Christensen Coaching & Inner Game Resources Learn More The Mind Factor Coach Certification The Mind Caddie Golf Podcast Shop with code : MINDFACTOR10 at checkout for 10% OFF your next order at www.fenixxcell.com @fenixxcell #GolfPsychology #MentalGame #GolfMindset #InnerGame #GolfPerformance #SportsPsychology #GolfCoaching #FlowState #PeakPerformance #GolfPodcast #MindCaddie #DonChristensen #StanfordGolf #MentalStrength #GolfImprovement
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  Golf Grip Size Explained: The Secret Behind Better Consistency? | John Mazzanoble, CEO of JumboMax Grips #412 05.06.2026 34min

  Could your golf grip size be the hidden factor affecting your consistency, accuracy, and club speed? In this episode of The Mind Caddie, I sit down with John Mazzanoble, CEO of JumboMax Grips, to explore one of the most overlooked areas of golf performance: grip size. Most golfers spend hours working on their swing mechanics, yet the grip is the only point of contact between you and the club. So why is grip fitting often ignored? John explains the science behind grip size, grip weight, and non-tapered grips, and how these factors can influence shot dispersion, clubface control, swing tension, sequencing, and overall consistency. We also discuss: • Why Bryson DeChambeau chose JumboMax grips • The relationship between grip size and shot dispersion • Whether thicker grips really cause a slice (or if that's a myth) • How grip weight affects club balance and feel • The role of counterbalancing in modern golf equipment • Why most sports use larger, uniform grips while golf remains different • How grip size can affect club speed and tension levels • The benefits of non-tapered golf grips • The importance of proper grip fitting • How the JumboMax app uses AI to help golfers find the right grip size If you're searching for more consistency, better ball striking, and improved golf performance, this conversation may challenge everything you thought you knew about golf grips. Get 10% off JumboMax Grips with the code MINDCADDIE. Visit JumboMax: https://jumbomax.com To become a Certified Mind Factor Coach: www.themindfactor.com Join the Mind Caddie community: www.mindcaddie.golf Shop with code : MINDFACTOR10 at checkout for 10% OFF your next order at www.fenixxcell.com @fenixxcell
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  Richard Zokol: Detaching Emotion From Results | The Mental Game of Golf #411 29.05.2026 51min

  What if the biggest breakthrough in your golf game had nothing to do with your swing? In this fascinating conversation, former PGA Tour winner Richard Zokol shares the mindset shifts that helped him compete at the highest level — and why reducing emotional attachment to outcome could completely change your relationship with golf. Richard, author of Zokology – Change Your Perspective, Not Your Swing, opens up about tour life, mental performance, process thinking and learning to quiet a noisy mind. Nicknamed "Disco Dick" for listening to music on a Sony Walkman between shots, Richard developed unconventional ways to stay calm, creative and competitive under pressure. We explore: • Why process matters more than results • How emotional detachment can improve performance • The difference between logical and spatial thinking in golf • Why understanding your personality type matters • Using music to quiet mental noise on the course • The lost art of wedge play • How to score your mental game • Why technical coaching doesn't work the same for everyone • Stories from the PGA Tour and Brigham Young University alongside Bobby Clampett • Lessons passed down from his father and a lifetime in the game Richard recorded 20 Top-10 finishes on the PGA Tour, including two victories, but this episode goes far deeper than tournament golf. It's a masterclass in mindset, perspective and learning to enjoy the game more. A brilliant conversation with one of golf's deepest thinkers. To become a Certified Mind Factor coach visit: www.themindfactor.com To follow the Mind Caddie journey visit: www.mindcaddie.golf Shop with code : MINDFACTOR10 at checkout for 10% OFF your next order at www.fenixxcell.com @fenixxcell  
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  How Low Can you Go? – David Alexander and Chris Donaldson #410 22.05.2026 50min

  Today on the Mind Caddie, I'm joined by the hosts of the hugely popular golf podcast How Low Can You Go? — David Alexander and Chris Donaldson. I first met David and Chris at the Mind Caddie seminar at Murrayfield Golf Club, hosted by Jonnie Cliff, and it was immediately clear these two golfers were on a journey. Like so many club golfers, they simply wanted to answer one question: How good can I actually become? That commitment to improvement, curiosity, and honest self-reflection became the foundation of their now fast-growing podcast How Low Can You Go? They previously invited me onto their show, so it was great to return the favour and dive deeper into the realities of golf improvement, performance psychology, expectations, and resilience. This episode will resonate with every golfer trying to lower their handicap, manage frustration on the course, and enjoy the process of getting better. In this conversation we discuss: Why the real prize in golf is often the journey, not the score Managing expectations and avoiding the comparison trap Why you must learn to trust and research your own experience Golf as a powerful tool for character building and personal growth The "1-2-3 System" for handling poor shots and difficult outcomes How Dave rebuilt his confidence after hitting rock bottom The emotional ups and downs every amateur golfer experiences Mindset strategies for club golfers wanting long-term improvement This is a warm, honest, funny and insightful discussion with two passionate golfers whose story many of you will instantly relate to. If you enjoy conversations around golf psychology, golf improvement, mental performance, and the realities of amateur golf, this episode is for you. To find out more about How Low Can You Go? visit: How Low Can You Go? Podcast To become a Certified Mind Factor Coach visit: The Mind Factor To follow the Mind Caddie journey visit: Mind Caddie Golf      
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  How Music & Rhythm Could Unlock Your Best Golf Swing – Chia Chou #409 15.05.2026 48min

  On this episode of the Mind Caddie, I speak with internationally renowned pianist, professor and co-creator of the Audio Golf System, Chia Chou. At just 17 years old, Chia faced the challenge of competing with elite pianists despite limited natural talent and formal training. Within four years, he developed a revolutionary approach to learning and performance that helped him win a major international piano competition by the age of 21 and later become a professor at a prestigious Austrian music university. Now, Chia is applying those same principles to golf performance through rhythm, tempo and sound. In this fascinating conversation, we explore: How rhythm and tempo influence the golf swing Why your brain may perform better with an "unrelated focus" The connection between music, movement and athletic performance The science of sonification in golf training What your mind should actually focus on during the swing Why golfers often perform better when they stop consciously trying to control movement How sound and audio cues can help stabilise tempo and improve strike quality I've always been fascinated by what occupies the mind during the 1.4 seconds of a golf swing. This episode explores whether focusing on an audio phrase rather than technical mechanics could unlock more natural, instinctive performance. Try It Yourself Experience the Audio Golf Tempo Training with two free tests and a discounted training session: Audio Golf Tempo Training More Links Become a certified Mind Factor coach at: The Mind Factor Join the Mind Caddie journey at: Mind Caddie Golf Shop with code : MINDFACTOR10 at checkout for 10% OFF your next order at www.fenixxcell.com @fenixxcell #GolfPodcast #GolfMentalGame #GolfPsychology #GolfTips #TempoTraining #GolfSwing #SportsPsychology #Mindset #GolfPerformance #ChiaChou
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  Golf Balance at Address: Why Your Setup Could Be Hurting Your Swing | Tony Greco, Helix Golf #408 08.05.2026 50min

  Today on The Mind Caddie, I'm joined by Tony Greco from Helix Golf, alongside insights inspired by conversations with Helix co-founders Chris Walkey and Dr Mike Kay, whom I met at the Danish PGA Teaching Summit. If you've been struggling with consistency, poor contact, or feeling like your golf swing requires too much effort, this episode could completely change how you think about movement, setup and balance. Tony shares a refreshingly practical approach to golf instruction, biomechanics and efficient motion—challenging many conventional coaching ideas golfers have accepted for years. In this episode we explore: ⛳ Why many golfers are out of balance at address without realising it ⛳ How poor centre of mass positioning can sabotage your swing before you even start ⛳ Why 90% of golfers may have their weight too far forward at setup ⛳ The dangers of overturning and forcing positions your body cannot support ⛳ Why chasing the latest golf coaching trend can damage your progress ⛳ How better movement patterns create a more natural, athletic golf swing ⛳ Why getting the start position right makes the rest of the swing easier ⛳ How improved balance frees you up to simply play golf shots Tony's ideas are simple, logical and potentially game-changing for golfers looking to improve consistency, efficiency and ball striking. Learn more about Helix Golf: www.helixgolfinstitute.com Become a Certified Mind Factor Coach: www.themindfactor.com Join The Mind Caddie journey: www.mindcaddie.golf Shop with code : MINDFACTOR10 at checkout for 10% OFF your next order at www.fenixxcell.com @fenixxcell   #golf #golfswing #golfinstruction #golfpodcast #balance #golftips #biomechanics #setup
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  Overthinking is Killing Your Golf Game – Dr. Chris Niebauer #407 01.05.2026 54min

  Are you overthinking your golf game? In this episode of The Mind Caddie, we're joined by Dr Chris Niebauer, author of No Self, No Problem, to explore how your thinking mind may be holding back your performance. We dive into the science and psychology behind overthinking, focus, and mental performance—on and off the course. Dr Niebauer explains why the brain is wired for survival, not success, and how this outdated "prediction machine" can interfere with your ability to play freely and instinctively. If you've ever felt stuck in your head instead of immersed in your game, this conversation will change how you see your mind—and your golf. In this episode, we cover: Why overthinking ruins performance in golf The brain's survival bias and constant need to predict "If you're thinking, you're not playing" How to reconnect with your body and sensory awareness Why simplicity beats complexity in sport The limits of attention—and how to use it effectively The "left brain interpreter" and the illusion of control How to stop taking your thoughts so seriously Finding freedom without trying to control your mind This is a powerful, perspective-shifting conversation that will help you play with more freedom, clarity, and trust. Find out more: Dr Chris Niebauer: https://chrisniebauerphd.com/ The Mind Factor: www.themindfactor.com The Mind Caddie: www.mindcaddie.golf Shop with code : MINDFACTOR10 at checkout for 10% OFF your next order at www.fenixxcell.com @fenixxcell