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Wicked Smart Golf

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

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 mil... more

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Recent Guests

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)
Brandy Vega
Founder of Promise2Live, mental health advocate
Promise2Live
Episode: 496: Brandy Vega - A Mother's Fight for Mental Health Awareness
Scott Fawcett
Creator of Decade Golf, golf strategy expert
Decade Golf
Episode: 494: Scott Fawcett - Avoid the "Tiger 5" Mistakes for Lower Scores
Pete Holman
Physical therapist, certified strength and conditioning specialist, author, and fitness-product inventor (GolfForever Swing Trainer)
GolfForever / ph1performance
Episode: 490: Pete Holman - Become a "Golf Ninja" With Better Mobility, Strength, & Balance
Chris Petefish
Golf stats expert and coach who has competed at a high level including US Open participation
Unspecified (guest of the episode)
Episode: 489: How a KFT Player Helped Me Understand Stats (5 Lessons)
Debbie O'Connell
PGA professional, speaker, author
PGA professional; Mindset coach
Episode: Debbie O'Connell - Build Unshakeable Confidence in Golf & Life (Flashback Friday)
Mark Broadie
Creator of Strokes Gained; Carson Family Professor of Business at Columbia Business School
Columbia Business School
Episode: 486: Mark Broadie - Use Data to Actually Lower Your Handicap (Strokes Gained 101)

Host

Michael Leonard
Host of Wicked Smart Golf

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 250 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
    Australia4 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 Statesa year 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

Listeners Say

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The host blends personal vulnerability with coaching expertise, making content relatable and motivating.
Listeners praise actionable, practical golf psychology and easy-to-apply tips.
Guests are high quality and bring durable insights for all handicap levels.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#19
United States/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#11
Canada/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#25
United Kingdom/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#22
Australia/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#29
France/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#34
Germany/Sports/Golf

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Dr. Izzy Justice - How to Easily Train Your Brain for Better Golf (Flashback Friday)
Q: Why is early target selection so important in golf?
Because it anchors the brain's perception of the target before the eyes move, allowing the grid neurons to build a clearer map and keep the intended destination in working memory throughout the swing and through the shot execution.
502: John Irvine - Golf Gains 101 (Strength, Speed, and Longevity)
Q: What role does cardio play in golf training?
Cardio supports longevity and overall ability to train hard, but its direct impact on golf performance is indirect. A solid cardio base enhances recovery and endurance in the gym, supporting longer-term gains and on-course stamina.
502: John Irvine - Golf Gains 101 (Strength, Speed, and Longevity)
Q: How do you approach in-season versus off-season training for golfers?
Off-season is when you maximize strength and power with higher volume and lower reps, potentially reaching one to zero reps in reserve. In-season, keep heavy loads but reduce volume and time under tension, maintaining the stimulus while avoiding fatigue that could impair performance on course.
502: John Irvine - Golf Gains 101 (Strength, Speed, and Longevity)
Q: How should a typical week in a golf-focused training program look, especially for full-body athletes?
A typical week should include full-body workouts prioritizing primary lifts for upper and lower body, with accessory movements and conditioning, plus explosive work at the start of sessions. The approach emphasizes not overworking fatigued muscle groups in a single day and using a progression that keeps athletes fresh for golf days.
502: John Irvine - Golf Gains 101 (Strength, Speed, and Longevity)
Q: What are the biggest myths in golf fitness you see holding players back?
Two big myths discussed are that lifting heavy makes you stiff and ruin your golf swing, and that golf-specific training should mimic the golf swing with every movement. The guest explains that proper strength training actually improves mobility and that gym work should focus on foundational patterns, with golf-specific elements added later as needed.

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What is Wicked Smart Golf about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show consistently centers on lower-scoring golf through mental mastery, smarter practice, and decisive on-course decisions rather than swing tinkering. Episodes emphasize practical routines, course-management, short-game fundamentals, putting pressure, and mindset tools that listeners can apply immediately. A notable pattern is inviting coaches, players, and mental-performance experts to translate complex concepts into actionable steps for players of all levels; the host often shares personal experiences to illustrate progress and resilience. The format tends to blend solo, interview, and tactical episodes with clear takeaways, making it approachable for weekend players and competitive amateurs alike. A standout trait is its strong emph... more

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1. John Irvine
2. Dr. Jim Doorley
3. Charlie Beljan
4. Brandy Vega
5. Scott Fawcett
6. Pete Holman
7. Chris Petefish
8. Debbie O'Connell

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