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Those Weekend Golf Guys

Those Weekend Golf Guys

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Take a Golf Magazine Top 100 teacher, Jeff Smith ( (http://jeffsmithgolfinstruction.com) and pair him with an outstanding radio personality and you have the formula for one helluva Golf Talk Radio Show. John Ashton (the show host) has enjoyed success as a morning personality on radio stations from Bangor, Maine to Dallas, Texas. He’s also embarrassed himself on many golf courses in the same locations. John is a hacker, struggling to break 80 (OK, 90) but has a passion and enjoyment of the game, a skewed sense of humor and an outlook that makes this the most entertaining Golf Show around.Jeff Smith, PGA enjoys the innate ability to create word pictures so, even on the radio, his tips and techniques to improve your game are clear, easy to follow and help listeners cut strokes on their very next round.© 2024 Those Weekend Golf Guys Golf
Episodes
  • Grip It, Don’t Rip Yourself Off
    Jun 7 2026

    Golf Instruction & Slice‑Fixing Reality Check

    John and Jeff kicked things off by tackling the world’s most popular golf shot: the slice. And instead of giving listeners the usual “just swing more inside‑out” nonsense, Jeff broke down how he actually fixes slices in real lessons. Turns out the problem usually isn’t the swing at all — it’s the hands:

    • A left hand so weak it should be on the injured list
    • A hand position that practically begs the clubface to stay open
    • Or a wrist hinge that’s doing interpretive dance instead of squaring the face

    Jeff hammered home the idea that your natural arm hang determines your proper grip — not what your favorite tour pro does, not what a YouTube thumbnail promises, and definitely not what your buddy Chad insists is “the only correct grip.”

    Equipment Talk: Overhyped Clubs & Real Value

    Then the boys dove into the equipment world, where marketing departments work harder than most golfers do on their short game.

    They called out the brands that sell “revolutionary distance gains” every 15 minutes… and then pointed listeners toward the companies that actually deliver value without the circus tent:

    • Mizuno — feel without the flex
    • Cobra — tech without the tax
    • Srixon — performance without the peacocking
    The message: stop buying clubs because your favorite player uses them. That guy swings 122 mph and has a tour van following him. You have a day job and a 3‑year‑old headcover shaped like a flaming.

    Putter Talk & Status Symbol Madness

    Next up: putters. Jeff admitted he’s a LAB guy, but gave nods to Scotty Cameron and Ping — the usual suspects in the “my putter cost more than my first car” category.

    John and Jeff roasted the idea that golfers care more about fancy headcovers than actually making putts. Because at the end of the day:

    • No one on the green cares what brand you’re holding
    • They care whether you can roll it inside 3 feet without sweating

    Performance > status. Always.


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    47 mins
  • Mud, Rain & Bad Decisions: A Golf Survival Guide
    May 31 2026

    Weather Golf: Mud, Rain & Misery
    Jeff goes full meteorologist, explaining how weather absolutely wrecks your game — distance drops, mud adds side spin, and TV never shows how bad it really is because half the shots are pre‑recorded.
    The guys talk about:
    • Why mud on the ball is basically Mother Nature saying “good luck, buddy”
    • How to stay safe when the course turns into a Slip ’N Slide
    • Why rain golf is character‑building… or at least story‑building

    Swing Thoughts & Mental Game Simplification
    Jeff shares coaching wisdom from the trenches:
    The fewer thoughts you have, the better you play.
    They break down how simplifying your swing and ball position can turn a struggling golfer into someone who suddenly looks like they know what they’re doing.

    Towels, Gloves & Staying Dry Without a Caddy
    Rain round survival school is in session.
    Jeff and John cover:
    • The “weave your towel through the umbrella” trick
    • The “stuff it inside your jacket” backup plan
    • Rotating gloves like a Vegas blackjack dealer
    • Why worn‑out gloves are basically a confession of bad grip habits
    • And yes… buying gloves in bulk is not only allowed, it’s encouraged

    Mountain Golf Destinations
    Jeff goes on a tour of his favorite elevation‑heavy golf spots across the country, including:

    • Pine Canyon (AZ)
    • Cliffs at Glassie (SC)
    • French Lick (IN)
    • Wolf Creek (Mesquite, NV)


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    47 mins
  • Dear USGA: Stop Fixing Things That Aren’t Broken
    May 24 2026

    Pros vs. Amateurs: Two Different Sports
    The guys explore how the rollback highlights a bigger truth: professional golf and amateur golf are practically different sports. Jeff explains how equipment, swing speed, and course setup create two completely separate realities. John doubles down on the idea that amateurs shouldn’t be governed by rules designed for the 0.01%.

    Jeff’s Equipment Talk & His Upcoming Par‑3 Outing
    Jeff shares his personal experience testing the new Titleist balls and how they behave in real‑world conditions. He also previews an upcoming round with an 8th‑grade golfer at a local par‑3 course — a reminder that golf is still about fun, learning, and good company.
    Who Should Govern What?
    The conversation shifts to the USGA’s role in the game.
    John argues that the USGA should focus on amateur golf — their actual domain — instead of influencing the professional game, which operates under entirely different conditions.

    Jeff agrees that pros and amateurs essentially play two different sports, and applying the same equipment rules to both groups makes little sense.

    Growing the Recreational Game: The “Sorta Golf Manifesto”
    John and Jeff brainstorm ways to make golf more fun and accessible for the masses. Their tongue‑in‑cheek “golf manifesto” includes ideas like:

    No penalty for lost balls — just pay a $5 “stupid tax” and move on.
    Scramble putts for everyone — every player gets a chance to roll one in.
    Relaxed rules that keep the game moving and keep players smiling.
    The goal: grow the recreational market by making golf less intimidating and more enjoyable.

    PGA Championship & Oddball Habits
    They wrap up with a look at the recent PGA Championship, including a player whose quirky head‑cover routine caught their attention. John jokes that FanDuel still doesn’t offer odds on “most unusual equipment ritual,” though it probably should


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    44 mins
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