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The Sweet Spot - Golf Podcast

Adam Young/Jon Sherman
Golf
Golf Improvement
Golf Performance
Golf Instruction
Swing Mechanics
PGA Tour
Mental Game
Putting
Distance Control
Strokes Gained
Golf Equipment
Golf Swing
Angle Of Attack
Golf Psychology
Shot Shaping
Golf Strategy
Golf Technique
Indoor Golf
Expectation Management
Golf IQ

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.

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This episode explores whether golfers should follow a specific swing model or focus more on the impact conditions that actually determine ball flight. We discuss the Mo Norman method, why different swing systems can work for certain players but fail ... more

In this episode, we cover a wide range of topics, starting with a debate about whether shaping the golf ball actually gives you a larger margin for error. Jon takes us inside his dramatic club championship victory, sharing the unexpected challenges a... more

In this episode, Jon and Adam are joined by elite mid-amateur Matt Lowe to break down one of the most unconventional games they’ve seen at a high level. Matt explains why he plays extremely fast, shapes the ball both ways under pressure, rarely hits ... more

Everyone talks about swing tempo very generically. Terms like “swing smooth” have been thrown around for decades, but in this episode, we talk with an expert on swing tempo: Jon Novosel Jr. from Tour Tempo. Find out why it has been one of Jon's favor... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Lowe
Elite mid-amateur golfer and 2026 Metropolitan Golf Association tournament winner
Episode: The Golfer Who Breaks All Our Rules: Matt Lowe
Jon Novosel Jr.
Golf swing-tempo researcher and developer of Tour Tempo training products
Tour Tempo
Episode: How to Work on Your Swing Tempo the Right Way
Karl Morris
Mindset coach and author of The Mind Caddie
Karl Morris Coaching
Episode: Why the Golf Course Feels Like a Threat, and How to Change That w/ Karl Morris
Luke Benoit
Golf coach and author, proponent of calibration-first teaching
RipGolf; drlukemenoit.com (online presence)
Episode: The 4 Zones of Golf Improvement w/ Luke Benoit
Jim Doorley
Clinical psychologist and sports psychologist
Kairo visualization expert
Episode: How Visualization Is the Secret to Feeling Like You’ve Been There Before w/ Jim Doorley
Mike Hutchinson
Data scientist, Arccoss (Affiliated with Arccoss)
Arccoss
Episode: How to Win the War on Double Bogeys
Jon Sinclair
Researcher with extensive experience in 3D motion capture and golf biomechanics
Sinclair Golf
Episode: Why Most Swing “Fundamentals” Aren’t Actually Fundamental w/ Jon Sinclair
Jim Waldron
Holistic golf coach, Balance Point founder
Balance Point Golf
Episode: The Hidden Mental Skill Most Golfers Never Train w/ Jim Waldron
Jared Tendler
Author of Everyday Golf Psychology, golf psychologist
Tendler Consulting / author
Episode: A Simple Stat-Tracking System That Actually Helps Your Golf Game

Hosts

Adam Young
Host of The Sweet Spot - Golf Podcast
Jon Sherman
Host of The Sweet Spot – Golf Podcast and The Four Foundations of Golf

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2k ratings
  • Advice that is actually nuanced

    Best part of this podcast is the honest assessment of tradeoffs and helping people find what works for them instead of prescribing with absolute (and possibly wrong) advice. Great work gents, thanks for the content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MattD2495
    United States2 months ago
  • Music Educator!

    Hi guys! I teach musicians, including lots of beginners (5th grade band kids). Your ideas about obsessing over skill before technique, differential practice, and self-organization have been incredibly helpful as we start this school year. I’m noticing so many “new” ways to describe concepts to students, especially on instruments where we can’t readily see the technique (clarinet reed inside your mouth, vocal techniques, etc.). Lots of kids get frustrated quickly, but framing techniques in those ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    stephen.bott
    United States2 months ago
  • Game Changers — Literally

    Jon and Adam have changed how I look at my game and fundamentally remodeled how I look at Golf mentally. My technical focus and on course practical focus have become sharper through listening to this podcast. If you are serious about the game and want to get below the surface on everything from how to swing the club to how to plan your round, get into this!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amfetamyne
    United States5 months ago
  • Great info in this show

    This podcast is so different to all the others out there, and the way these two present their expertise really works for me. I am sure it is not for everyone but if you decide to listen you will get so many nuggets of information you will definitely improve your game.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yahdjdhs
    Australia7 months ago
  • Great information

    I have been using some of the practice techniques the guys describe. I have particularly been using the foot spray to figure out my face strike tendencies. I very quickly figured out I was striking the toe a high percentage of the time. This led me to experiment with my set up to hit the center more often without changing my swing. Now I am striking the center 1/3 of the face fairly consistently across my woods/hybrid/irons and wedges. I’m still working on the driver set up but I’m getting clos... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WhiteRoomSkis
    United States7 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Community feedback highlights robust discussions on mindset and margins for error.
Guests and hosts deliver data-driven coaching that translates to real on-course gains.
Shows are occasionally lengthy but packed with actionable takeaways.
Listeners praise the depth and practicality of tactics and drills.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#8
United States/Sports/Golf
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#10
Canada/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#18
United Kingdom/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#8
Italy/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#13
Australia/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#27
France/Sports/Golf

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Why Swing Models Work… Until They Don’t
Q: What should golfers do when they often miss approach shots short but worry about hitting the ball over the green?
Sherman recommends tracking personal results, simplifying the target to the middle or safest part of the green, and often taking more club. He says most golfers miss short far more frequently than long, while golfers should adjust for hazards behind the green and their own data.
Why Swing Models Work… Until They Don’t
Q: What do you think of the Mo Norman method?
Young says it is another swing method that can work for some players, but he does not consider it uniquely special. The hosts argue that models should be evaluated by whether they improve a player's impact conditions, not by how faithfully the player copies the model.
How to Work on Your Swing Tempo the Right Way
Q: How should golfers practice with tempo beats so the training transfers to normal swings and the course?
Novosel recommends first using the tones enough to become familiar with them, then alternating a few swings with tones and without them, changing clubs and swing lengths, and measuring tempo off the tones and on the course.
How to Work on Your Swing Tempo the Right Way
Q: What is the main difference between golfers who strike the ball well and golfers who do not, in terms of swing tempo?
Novosel says stronger players tend to keep their tempo within a tight range, while average golfers have wider variation. Ratios around three-to-one are common, though consistency and elapsed swing time also matter.
The Golfer Who Breaks All Our Rules: Matt Lowe
Q: Can you talk about what the putting has been like and how you've gotten through it?
Lowe says the problem remains difficult and can involve short putts, direction, and speed. He has made progress with positive visualization and sometimes switches to a claw grip on short putts, but still struggles with the mental side.

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This show centers on practical golf improvement, blending technical swing insights with mental game strategies and data-driven coaching. Hosts frequently discuss swing fundamentals, practice structure, course management, and the impact of equipment and technology on performance, often weaving in guest expertise from sports psychology, biomechanics, and golf analytics. A notable strength is the mix of actionable drills, real-world coaching tips, and thoughtful commentary on how to apply data and mindset to everyday rounds. Listeners are likely drawn to rigorous yet approachable guidance, with a clear emphasis on measurable improvement and sustainable improvements over quick fixes.

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2. Golf IQ
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4. On the Mark Golf Podcast
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Recent guests on The Sweet Spot include:

1. Matt Lowe
2. Jon Novosel Jr.
3. Karl Morris
4. Luke Benoit
5. Jim Doorley
6. Mike Hutchinson
7. Jon Sinclair
8. Jim Waldron

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