{"podcast":{"title":"Wicked Smart Golf","slug":"wicked-smart-golf-5090044","podcast_index_feed_id":5090044,"rss_url":"https://feeds.libsyn.com/399923/rss","website_url":"https://sites.libsyn.com/399923","image_url":"https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/f/c/0/c/fc0c203ec796c20fbafc7308ab683e82/Wicked_Smart_Golf_Podcast_Cover_Art_new.jpg","author":"Michael Leonard","episode_count":603,"summary":"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 the truth is, your swing will never be perfect. But you don't need a perfect swing to break 80, shoot in the 70s, or play the best golf of your life. In this podcast, you'll learn how to master the mental game, play smarter on the course, practice with purpose, and simplify your short game and putting for lower scores. Each episode is designed to give you practical strategies you can actually use, whether you're a beginner or an experienced player trying to reach the next level. You'll also hear from some of the best minds in golf, including top coaches, elite players, sports psychologists, an…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-24T20:20:35.688601+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/wicked-smart-golf-5090044"},"episode":{"title":"510: Josh Nichols - Proven Mental Strategies to Play Better Under Pressure","slug":"510-josh-nichols-proven-mental-strategies-to-play-better-under-pressure","published_at":"2026-07-09T10:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/wicked-smart-golf-5090044/510-josh-nichols-proven-mental-strategies-to-play-better-under-pressure","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/wicked-smart-golf-5090044","url":"https://e93a96de-987c-4016-a9cf-aa64725ac3b8.libsyn.com/episode-510","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/e93a96de-987c-4016-a9cf-aa64725ac3b8/Josh_NIchols_Part_2__.mp3?dest-id=3298364","summary":">> Get my FREE pre-shot routine cheatsheet >> Get Voice Caddie Launch Monitors 15% off w/code WICKEDSMART. SC200 Plus : The easiest to use launch monitor, no app needed. SC300i : An upgrade with access to more data using the Voice Caddie app. SC4 Pro : Even more data and simulation to help you practice like a pro. Today I'm joined by Josh Nichols, the creator of the Mental Golf Show, a decorated tournament golfer, and a mental performance coach . Josh returns to share his deep insights on how to bridge the gap between practice and high-level competitive performance. In this episode, we dive into: The Mental Scorecard : Learn how Josh quantifies his mental game on every shot to ensure process remains the priority over the final score . Overcoming Competitive Rust : Discover the hidden \"mental load\" of tournament golf, from managing logistics and etiquette to handling five-hour rounds . The Three-Hole Check-In : A powerful mid-round hack to audit your emotions and stop a mental spiral before it ruins your card . Pre-Acceptance and Commitment : Why accepting every possible result before you swing is the most underrated skill for playing free, committed golf . Post-Round Recaps : How to use neutral data to \"purge\" the emotions of a round and inform a smarter practice plan . Planting the Flag : Why setting concrete competitive goals on your calendar is the best way to drive consistent improvement in your lifestyle and your game And more mental game tips. WICKED SMART GOLF Apply for 1:1 performance coaching with Michael (limited spots available) Join Wicked Smart Golf Academy To Lower Your HDCP Fast : Proven paths to break 90, break 80, and crush competitive golf (no swing changes required) Join the Wicked Smart Golf Newsletter and get 5 FREE practice plans . Recommended Pro…","meta_description":">> Get my FREE pre-shot routine cheatsheet >> Get Voice Caddie Launch Monitors 15% off w/code WICKEDSMART. 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