{"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":"514: Wicked Smart Game Plan - Overcoming 1st Tee Jitters, Wedge Matrix, & Bunkers","slug":"514-wicked-smart-game-plan-overcoming-1st-tee-jitters-wedge-matrix-bunkers","published_at":"2026-07-23T10:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/wicked-smart-golf-5090044/514-wicked-smart-game-plan-overcoming-1st-tee-jitters-wedge-matrix-bunkers","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/wicked-smart-golf-5090044","url":"https://e93a96de-987c-4016-a9cf-aa64725ac3b8.libsyn.com/joe-p-gameplan","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/e93a96de-987c-4016-a9cf-aa64725ac3b8/Joe_Game_Plan__.mp3?dest-id=3298364","summary":">> 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) >> Get my FREE pre-shot routine cheatsheet This Wicked Smart Game Plan strategy session welcomes Joe, a 6.4 handicap golfer and \"fellow Arizonan,\" to discuss techniques for improving performance without making mechanical swing changes. In this episode, we'll cover: The Power of Video Feedback: Joe discusses how utilizing a golf simulator at work and videotaping his swing helped him align \"feel versus real,\" leading to a significant drop in his handicap over two years. Managing First-Tee Jitters: The pair explore Joe's recent struggle with topping tee shots on the first hole and discuss mental strategies, such as \"no expectations\" and utilizing a \"performance bubble,\" to bridge the gap between the range and the course. Wedge Distance Mapping: Michael recommends Joe move beyond a purely \"feel-based\" approach by mapping out three specific distances for each wedge to improve consistency inside 100 yards. Mastering the Short Game in Arizona: Discussion centers on the challenges of tight lies and bunkers, with recommendations for seeking specialized in-person instruction to build confidence in difficult greenside situations. The Path to Improvement: Michael shares his personal decade-long journey to a lower handicap, emphasizing the importance of fitness, speed training, and diligent stat-tracking to identify and address weaknesses. And more tips to play better without swing changes. WICKED SMART GOLF Apply for 1:1 performance coaching with Michael (limited spots available) Join the Wicked Smart Golf Newsletter and get 5 FREE practice plans . 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