Season 11, Episode 47 Part 1: Be Careful Who You Take Swing Advice From & Longevity Is A Key Measure of Greatness...

Golf Podcast: next on the tee

In Part 1 of Episode 47, I’m joined by two remarkable guests: Jonathan Yarwood, a Top 100 Golf Magazine Instructor, and Tom Purtzer, one of my all-time favorite guests, a tremendous player who enjoyed success over four decades.

Jonathan Yarwood, a Golf Magazine Top 100 Instructor and the Director of Instruction at Alpine Country Club in New Jersey, has worked with major champions like Michael Campbell and Nelly Korda, as well as winners across almost every Tour. We dive into Michael Campbell's career and discuss why he is so underrated. Jonathan also recounts the memorable day he accompanied Michael Campbell to ring the bell at the New York Stock Exchange after his 2005 US Open victory. Additionally, we talk about unqualified swing advice circulating on social media, and Jonathan shares a useful tip to improve your putting.

Tom Purtzer offers his insights on the Tour Championship, speculates on if the Pro game might not be splinted the way it is if Deane Beman were still Commissioner, reminisces about late-season 2 team tournaments he played in, and reflects on his time playing in the Gerald Ford Invitational Pro-Am.