Gopher Golf Podcast

This episode focuses on visualizing golf shots, how it has a positive impact of your golf game and how to implement it to lower your scores on the golf course. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more information at this link: Gopher GolfSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This is an introduction to Gopher Golf. How and why it started, the background on the Gopher Golf products and background on Ben Stefan, the creator of Gopher Golf. The intent of this podcast is to bring awareness of mental strategy within the game of golf to improve thinking for lower scores. You can check out the Gopher Golf website at this link: Gopher Golf Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode dives into the hot topic of weightlifting and golf, and discusses whether strength conditioning is beneficial or harmful to your golf game. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more information at this link: Gopher GolfSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode discusses how to "stay in the moment" to play your best golf as well as a couple other golf tid bits. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more information at this link: Gopher GolfSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode focuses on the right and wrong thinking during your golf round with a couple other golf tips and golf talk. Episode was done outside in the evening so I could have a cigar and cocktail while I recorded, which is the explanation for the background noise. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more information at this link: Gopher GolfSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode focuses on performance anxiety and how to deal with the nerves of winning or shooting your best score ever. Episode was done outside in the evening so I could have a cigar and cocktail while I recorded, which is the explanation for the background noise. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more information at this link: Gopher GolfSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode focuses on how to effectively practice, prep and focus on routine prior to shots. Episode was done outside in the evening so I could have a cigar and cocktail while I recorded, which is the explanation for the background noise. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more information at this link: Gopher GolfSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode focuses on controlling your emotion on the course, cigars and handling pressure :)Episode was done outside in the evening so I could have a cigar and cocktail while I recorded, which is the explanation for the background noise. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more information at this link: Gopher GolfSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode is about the parallels between golf and life and how certain aspects of the game can provide great benefit in your own life. The points discussed are based on what I have experienced through my years of playing golf.Podcasted outside with a cigar and cocktail. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more information at this link: Gopher GolfSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode is about "Golf Course Management" or what some may call "Golf Game Management", NOT agronomy, but actually managing your round and using strategy to think through your shots. This is something many amateurs overlook, but it can have a positive impact on your game if you can implement a little strategy.Podcasted outside with a cigar and cocktail. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more information at this link: Gopher Golfwww.gophergolfinc.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This is an interview with Kyle Akins. Kyle is a professional golfer and teaching pro at Bentwinds CC in North Carolina. He is a +4 handicap with an outstanding tournament track record and ability to play clutch golf. I peppered him with questions to find the keys to success out on the golf course. Interview was podcasted outside with cigars and cocktails.You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golfwww.gophergolfinc.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode focuses on putting and how important it is for your game. The episode features tips to improve your confidence, mindset and technique to gain more success on the greens. Podcasted outside with a cigar and cocktail.You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golfwww.gophergolfinc.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode is about focus, awareness on when you may be losing focus and how avoid careless mistakes on the course. Also a couple recommended books and other stuff. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golfwww.gophergolfinc.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode focuses on looking at your golf struggles from a different angle, with words of encouragement to keep you focused on moving forward with your game. Podcasted outside with a cigar and cocktail.You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golfwww.gophergolfinc.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode focuses on never quitting on your round because every shot counts and you never know how its going to shake out. A couple golf tips are discussed as well. Podcasted outside with a cigar and cocktail.You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golfwww.gophergolfinc.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode focuses on staying present and why you should do it on the golf course and in your day-to-day life. Podcasted outside with a cigar and cocktail.You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golfwww.gophergolfinc.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode focuses on how to play fearless golf by focusing on two important factors to overcome worry and anxiety prior to your swing. Podcasted outside with a cigar and cocktail.You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golfwww.gophergolfinc.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode focuses on slow play, and how longer rounds seem to lead to poorer performance on the course. Also, the Golfweek Amateur Tour National Championship down at Hilton Head is discussed as well as some other golf stuff. Podcasted outside with a cigar and cocktail.You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golfwww.gophergolfinc.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This is an interview with Joey Davisson of the NC State Professional Golf Management program. We discuss playing under pressure, maintaining focus and additional golf talk. Joey shares his knowledge of the game with some helpful tips. Podcasted outside with a couple Rolling Rocks.You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golfwww.gophergolfinc.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode discussed Tiger & Rory's recent wins as well as a couple subjects in Gio Valiante's book, Golf Flow (highly recommended read) to help with rhythm. Also, includes a little product giveaway at the end of the podcast. Podcasted outside with a cigar and cocktail.You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golfwww.gophergolfinc.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode focuses on offseason strength conditioning, and what you can do to improve physically for your upcoming season on the golf course. More detailed offseason fitness programs will be posted on the Gopher Golf website in December 2019 to help you utilize the Winter months in preparation for the upcoming golf season. Podcasted outside with a cigar and cocktail. Please excuse a couple of minor audio glitches when recording. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golfwww.gophergolfinc.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode focuses on what you can do during the offseason months to get better. The cold weather and lack of outdoor activity is a great opportunity to practice and do certain things to get you regrouped and tuned up for the new season ahead. This episode has helpful suggestions/tips for a productive Winter. This is the final episode of Season 1. Podcasted outside with a cigar and cocktail.You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golfwww.gophergolfinc.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This is the beginning of Season 2 and more tips are discussed to make the most of the remainder of the offseason so you have a head start on the golf season. Also, discuss the Patrick Reed cheating scandal a little bit. Podcasted outside with a cigar and cocktail.You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golfwww.gophergolfinc.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

The world and golf world just had some wild changes occur in the last few days. This episode discusses the current situation, golf and thoughts going forward. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golfwww.gophergolfinc.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode is about getting back at it, getting the rust out of your golf game coming out of the Winter and dealing with the quarantine stuff right now. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golfwww.gophergolfinc.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode discusses how to get back to good thinking when you are on the course. Visualization technique and how to control the nerves in pressure situations. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golfwww.gophergolfinc.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode discusses thought process and why you shouldn't necessarily believe what you think. It offers an effective strategy to remove fear from your thinking which is helpful for life and very helpful for golf. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golfwww.gophergolfinc.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode was recorded on 4/9/20, sorry for the slow post, things have been a little busy lately (will discuss on the next podcast), anyways this discusses the new PGA 2020 season / Major schedule as well as a mental observation from a recent competition round that helped calm nerves big time. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golfwww.gophergolfinc.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode dives into being comfortable over your shots and not to force shots if you are not comfortable. Being aware of this can help eliminate blow-up holes and keep your game a little more consistent. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golfwww.gophergolfinc.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This is an interview of a lifelong friend and golf enthusiast. Dave and I discuss growing up playing golf in Connecticut, thoughts about the game, Tiger, Nicklaus, some mental stuff and other golf shit. Dave is a professional in the film and entertainment industry. He has created documentaries such as Restrepo, The Last Patrol, I Want My MTV, etc. His work can be found on Amazon and Netflix and at Saboteurmedia.comThis episode was conducted with a few cocktails and cigars.You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golfwww.gophergolfinc.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode discusses a few areas of the game that require patience and how to be aware that patience is needed and techniques to develop patience so you can play better golf. Equipment fitting is briefly discussed as well. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golfwww.gophergolfinc.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode discusses what overthinking can do and how to avoid doing it to play better golf. The start of the PGA season, golf questions and tips are also discussed. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golfwww.gophergolfinc.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

The main focus of this episode is on putting and minor tips to help improve your stroke to get more putts drained. The latest with the PGA and a couple other golf tips are discussed as well. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golfwww.gophergolfinc.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode focuses on tournament golf, what to expect, consider and think on the course when you are playing in a tournament. Latest PGA tourney is discussed as well as a little golf tip. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golfwww.gophergolfinc.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode focuses on swing speed, specifically the backswing. Stretching for range of motion, golf tips, and PGA stuff is also discussed in the episode. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golfwww.gophergolfinc.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode focuses on mindset and discusses two clips from two great sports psychologists, Dr. Bob Rotella and Gio Valiante. These clips were two interviews from years ago I found when watching some online golf videos. I took these excerpts and discussed them a little as I thought they are very beneficial for the average golfer. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher GolfSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode discusses the ego on the golf course and how to reduce its adverse impact on your golf game. Tip for short putts also discussed in this episode. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher GolfSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode focuses on how to get confidence back if you feel like you are losing confidence in your game. Confidence is key, don't let it slip away. Some PGA news is also discussed as well as a little golf tip. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher GolfSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode discusses DJ's amazing performance at the Northern Trust, Pinehurst, and keeping it in play / managing your round thoughtfully to shoot better scores. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher GolfSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode discusses the BMW Championship, struggles with the golf swing and how to work through it, deal with the adversity, and grind to put together halfway decent rounds when things aren't going your way. Note: This episode was recorded on 9/3, posting was slightly delayed. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher GolfSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode discusses how good DJ is playing as well as a visualization refresher to help you visualize shots in your pre-swing routine. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher GolfSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode discusses the U.S. Open/R1 as well as shot visualization, the importance of it and how to do it. Also, one technical swing tip at the end. The episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher GolfSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode discusses the U.S. Open and Bryson DeChambeau. There is a simple golf tip at the end of this one as well. The episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher GolfSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode dives into a little PGA talk and rhythm on the golf course. Also discusses a little drill to keep the left arm straight through the backswing for increased power. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher GolfSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode focuses on the 2020 Masters and a putting tip to help with consistency. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher GolfSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode focuses on the Dustin Johnson win at the 2020 Masters, how impressive it was and his career to this point. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher GolfSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode discusses the offseason as we go into the Winter months. The weather may get too cold for golf, but when you can't play there are plenty of ways to use the downtime to your advantage and build a strong physical and mental foundation to take you into the 2021 golf season so you can play better golf. This is the final episode of Season 2. Season 3 should begin in late March or early April 2021. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher GolfSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode discusses getting the rust out as we get back out on the course this season as well as some PGA thoughts and a couple of tips to get your swing working after limited play through the winter months.You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher GolfSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

This episode discusses a little recent PGA news and a little tip to help avoid overthinking and analyzing shots, that may be doing more harm than good for your game.