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Wicked Smart Golf

Michael Leonard
Golf
Mental Game
Tournament Golf
Wicked Smart Golf
Putting
Course Management
Golf Fitness
Short Game
Fitness
Decade Golf
Speed Training
Strength Training
Golf Performance
Mobility
Golf Coaching
Wedges
PGA Tour
Injury Prevention
Golf Practice
Core Strength

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 2 million downloads and counting. Michael has written over 4 mil... more

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Recent Guests

Nik Neal
Creator of Golf Strong Hit Bombs; elite tournament golfer
Golf Strong Hit Bombs
Episode: 527: Nik Neal - The Secrets to Playing Elite Tournament Golf
Kevin Bigley
Professional actor and writer
Episode: 518: Wicked Smart Game Plan - Helping an Actor Master His Mental Game
Robbie Fillmore
Putting coach mentioned as in-network coach at Gilly Golf (Mesa, Arizona)
Gilly Golf
Episode: 517: 7 Lessons From 7 Tournament Days in July (Torrey Recap + Easy Tips)
Jared Tendler
Author of Everyday Golf Psychology; mental performance coach
Author, coach
Episode: 516: Jared Tendler - The Mental Blueprint for Better Golf Every Player Needs
Henry Fall
Top golf coach in Arizona, former player, and LPGA caddie for his wife
Self / Various golf programs
Episode: 508: Henry Fall - Wicked Smart Insights From an Elite Golf Coach & Caddy
Jim Waldron
Golf mental-performance expert and mindfulness practitioner who works with players worldwide
Self-employed / Balance Point Golf
Episode: 506: Jim Waldron - Mental Lessons from Shamanism, Buddhism, and Neuroscience for Golfers
John Irvine
Founder of Golf Gains, TPI certified
Golf Gains
Episode: 502: John Irvine - Golf Gains 101 (Strength, Speed, and Longevity)
Dr. Jim Doorley
Sports psychologist, lead sports psychology for the Kairo app
Kairo
Episode: 498: Dr. Jim Doorley: Use AI To Visualize Like a Pro and Transform Your Mental Game
Charlie Beljan
PGA Tour winner, sobriety advocate
Episode: Charlie Beljan - The Grind of Pro Golf & Overcoming Addictions (Flashback Friday)

Host

Michael Leonard
Host of Wicked Smart Golf

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 264 ratings
  • Honest & Relatable

    I’ve been listening to Michael for well over a year now… listened to every ep that interests me. He asks good questions, shares vulnerable personal stories and offers a holistic approach to golf improvement. Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hrh68
    Australia6 months ago
  • Great content

    Information and guest are top shelf. Content delivered in a way that is consistent and easy to understand and apply for all handicap levels.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Buck Fallard
    United Statesa year ago
  • My Favorite Golf Podcast

    Michael has helped me lower my scores and enjoy the game more by simply thinking and making better decisions on the golf course.

    This is one of the best golf podcasts on the mental game.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wantoku
    United States2 years ago
  • Brings on great guest who share their knowledge and their journey. Discusses a wide range of topics from speed training to hypnotherapy to provide listers with ways to improve their performance.Michael provides his own experience and journey.

    Audible
    5
    Chris Lynch
    United States2 years ago
  • Wickedly effective strategies and content!

    Michael does an excellent job blending his playing and coaching experience into tangible action steps to help players of all skill levels play smarter, better golf - fast. I highly recommend you listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paul J Salter
    United States2 years ago

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Many hear that the podcast helps lower scores and improves on-course decision-making.
The format and guest variety are highlighted as strong reasons to keep listening.
Listeners note the show blends personal storytelling with coaching insights, making complex concepts accessible.
Listeners praise the host's actionable, easy-to-implement guidance.
Guests are described as top-tier and the content is consistently practical and diverse.

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

Apple Podcasts
#19
United States/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#34
Canada/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#51
United Kingdom/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#17
Germany/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#28
Australia/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#30
France/Sports/Golf

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

526: Jared Tendler Gives Me a Mental Lesson (Anger, Expectations, & Annoying Playing Partners)
Q: How can a player prepare for encounters with difficult playing partners without losing composure?
Prepare by developing pre-made statements and non-emotional retorts, maintaining poise, and using strategies to see through the other person's behavior rather than reacting. If necessary, involve tournament staff to de‑escalate situations and protect the round.
526: Jared Tendler Gives Me a Mental Lesson (Anger, Expectations, & Annoying Playing Partners)
Q: What is the real nature of anger in golf according to the coach, and how should one approach it during a round?
Anger is a signal of an underlying misalignment between reality and perception. The recommended approach is to use injecting logic in the moment to dampen reactivity, combined with post-round analysis to correct the root causes and rebuild ownership of skills.
527: Nik Neal - The Secrets to Playing Elite Tournament Golf
Q: How do you approach practice leading into big events?
Keep routines consistent, avoid over-practing, and work on both ball striking and short game; emphasize putting practice with speed control to adapt to fast greens in tournaments.
527: Nik Neal - The Secrets to Playing Elite Tournament Golf
Q: What mental strategies have you found most effective in late-round situations?
A combination of visualization, breathing techniques, and consistent routines; also, celebrating small wins and reframing negative thoughts to stay positive and focused under pressure.
516: Jared Tendler - The Mental Blueprint for Better Golf Every Player Needs
Q: What got you excited about the mental game? Where did this all kind of start?
Jared describes a pathway from personal struggle to psychology training, then applying it to golf and poker; his early experiences with pressure revealed how mental factors shape performance, leading to a career focused on mental game coaching for athletes.

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The show centers on lowering golf scores through mental game mastery, smart practice, and simplified short game and putting. Episodes feature interviews with coaches, players, and sports-psychology experts, plus solo deep-dives from the host on transfering practice to on-course performance, routine design, and mindset strategies. Noteworthy is a consistent emphasis on actionable, non-swing-centric guidance, real-world coaching methods, and guest roster that blends elite performance insight with practical, accessible tips for players at any level. The format often blends personal stories with tactical drills, making it a strong fit for listeners who want tangible takeaways they can apply immediately on the course.

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1. Nik Neal
2. Kevin Bigley
3. Robbie Fillmore
4. Jared Tendler
5. Henry Fall
6. Jim Waldron
7. John Irvine
8. Dr. Jim Doorley

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