{"podcast":{"title":"The Sweet Spot - Golf Podcast","slug":"the-sweet-spot-golf-podcast-2136062","podcast_index_feed_id":2136062,"rss_url":"https://feeds.megaphone.fm/BLU3125919456","website_url":"https://sweetspotgolfpodcast.podbean.com","image_url":"https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/03626164-fe07-11eb-bbbf-73630eb0e909/image/Podcast_cover-final70nox.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress","author":"Adam Young/Jon Sherman","episode_count":218,"summary":"A deeper look into golf improvement. Adam Young and Jon Sherman provide real, actionable game-improvement advice for golfers of all levels. If you want to take your game to the next level, this is the podcast for you.","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-sweet-spot-golf-podcast-2136062"},"episode":{"title":"Why Your Worst Golf Is 90% Mental w/ Jared Tendler","slug":"why-your-worst-golf-is-90-mental-w-jared-tendler","published_at":"2026-05-04T04:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-sweet-spot-golf-podcast-2136062/why-your-worst-golf-is-90-mental-w-jared-tendler","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-sweet-spot-golf-podcast-2136062","url":"https://pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/traffic.megaphone.fm/PRACTG4162205278.mp3?updated=1777815204","audio_url":"https://pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/traffic.megaphone.fm/PRACTG4162205278.mp3?updated=1777815204","summary":"Purchase Jared Tendler's new book, Everyday Golf Psychology here Join the free community Jared created around the book here In this episode, Jon and Adam are joined by Jared Tendler to break down the biggest misconceptions in the mental game and the release of his new book Everyday Golf Psychology. They explore why golfers are obsessed with “finding it,” why that mindset is fundamentally flawed, and how real improvement comes from managing variability—not eliminating it. The conversation dives into frustration, pressure, and negative thinking, with a focus on identifying root causes and using simple, repeatable logic to respond more effectively on the course. They also discuss why golf isn’t “90% mental,” but why your worst golf often is—and how improving your C-game is the fastest path to lower scores. The episode ultimately reframes how golfers should think about improvement: less about perfection, more about awareness, perspective, and learning how to “suck less” when it matters most. Thanks to our show sponsors Rhoback, LMNT, and Ethos: Staying properly hydrated is critical for performance, and electrolyte imbalances can lead to fatigue, cramps, and brain fog—exactly what you don’t want on the golf course. That’s why we recommend LMNT, a zero-sugar electrolyte drink trusted by athletes and everyday golfers alike. They now offer a convenient 12 oz sparkling version with great flavors like pineapple, lemonade, and black cherry—perfect to grab before a round or workout. Sweet Spot listeners can get a free sample pack with any purchase at ⁠⁠drinklmnt.com/sweetspot⁠⁠. • Rhoback makes some of the best golf apparel we’ve worn. Their polos are incredibly comfortable with moisture-wicking fabric, plenty of stretch, and a crisp collar that works on and off the course. They'r…","meta_description":"Purchase Jared Tendler's new book, Everyday Golf Psychology here Join the free community Jared created around the book here In this episode, Jon and Adam…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":4874,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-sweet-spot-golf-podcast-2136062/episodes/why-your-worst-golf-is-90-mental-w-jared-tendler/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-sweet-spot-golf-podcast-2136062/why-your-worst-golf-is-90-mental-w-jared-tendler.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}