On The Mark Golf Podcast

Respected play-by-play announcer, Carter Blackburn (CBS and ESPN) joins the show to set up the 2016 season in Football.  Blackburn opines on the College Football Playoffs and which teams may have a successful season.  He talks coaching, the SEC, the other leading football conferences.  He also shares insights on the 2016 NFL season and who may dominate and which team could surprise.  And of course he and Mark Immelman talk a little golf - the FedEx Cup Playoffs and The 2016 Ryder Cup.

Karen Palacios-Jansen. one of Golf Digest's "Top 50 Best Women's Teachers" discusses the top three golfers (Inbee Park, Lydia Ko, Shanshan Feng) at the 2016 Rio Women's Golf Olympics and what you can learn from their games.  Her observations include how to improve lag putting, wedge play, swing rhythm/tempo, and grip pressure.  She also advises on how to prepare for rounds of golf, maintain a good attitude, and understand your realistic swing speed.  Men golfers, all of these tips are applicable to you too.

Respected global golf instructor, Denis Pugh, joins the show to talk about the fundamentals of the golf swing and how they apply to golf swing mechanics and golf shot dynamics.  Denis talks about the grip, posture and ball position and how they influence the club through the swing and impact.  He also about talks balance, the hand and arm action and how those two elements work together.

There are many cool things happening at The World Golf Hall of Fame.  Dave Cordero (Director of Communications) at The WGHoF at The World Golf Village embellishes in his conversation with Mark Immelman.  Dave also explains and brings insider insight on all of the things to see and do at the Museum, The World Golf Village and in nearby St. Augustine and Ponte Vedra. Basically, "if you love golf you truly have got to go" and download this podcast.

Michael Breed from The Golf Channel joins the show and brings insights, tips and drills to help your game.  Michael Breed and Mark Immelman address six major shots that could plaque your game and Breed shares tips and drills to cure a: Top/Thin Shot, a Fat Shot, a Toe Shot, a Heel Shot, a Hook Shot, and a Slice Shot.  Breed also shares drills for more power off the tee, and success around and on the greens.

Brandel Chamblee (Golf Channel) discusses his new book "The Anatomy of Greatness" (NY Times Bestseller) with Mark Immelman.  They discuss elements that all of golf's great champions exhibited in their golf swings and elaborate on how you can use those to improve your swing.  Brandel and Mark also help you learn from: Justin Rose, Henrik Stenson, Matt Kuchar, Rory McIlroy, Jordan Spieth and Jason Day.  Ladies, do not despair, they also highlight things you can learn from watching Lydia Ko, Lexi Thompson and Brooke Henderson.

Mike McAllister from PGATOUR.com wraps the 2016 Men's Golf Competition in Rio.  He shares anecdotes from Matt Kuchar, Bubba Watson, Padraig Harrington and Gold Medalist, Justin Rose.  Mike also shares notable storylines from the tournament, incl. Brazil's Adilson da Silva.  Mike then also sets up the Women's Olympic Golf Competion and gives insights on groups and players to watch including, World #1 Lydia Ko, and Ariya Jutanugarn.

Mark Immelman, shares thoughts and insights from Jim Furyk, who shot the lowest round ever on the PGA TOUR - a 58 at The 2016 Travelers Championship.  Immelman, a well-respected international golf teacher, opines on Furyk's insights and then shares tips on how you can prepare yourself to shoot low scores, and perhaps your lowest score ever!

Talented young golfer (Web.com Tour) Max Homa joins the show.  He talks about his influences in golf; shares insights for parents with talented kids, shares tips and drills for your game, including improving wedges shots, and lets you into his game and how he prepares for competition.  Max also talks about College and Amateur golf and the transition from amateurs to the pros.  Further, he compares and contrasts the PGA TOUR and the Web.com Tour.

Bob Harig (Senior Golf Writer for ESPN.com) is on location in Rio for the 2016 Olympic Games.  He joins Mark Immelman to set up the Mens' Golf Tournament and share updates from The Games.  Harig talks about the atmosphere in Rio, the athletes' interaction, the golfers' taking in other sports, the Mens' Golf Tournament, and the golf course.  He also shares his thoughts on potential medal contenders and outsiders who may surprise.

Brooks Koepka joins the podcast and raps candidly with Mark Immelman about all manner of things in golf.  He shares an update on his foot injury and the consequent rehab; he talks about Nike Golf and the future; Brooks talks about golf in college and the lessons he learned in his collegiate career.  He also talks in-depth about his career and the decision to play on the European Tour before coming back to compete on the PGA TOUR.  And Brooks Koepka shares tips on hitting the driver more powerfully.

In a fascinating discussion, Charl Schwartzel (Masters Champion 2011) opens up and talks about parenting in golf, golf equipment, golf swing technique and owning your golf swing.  Further, he compares college golf to turning professional early.  He also walks us through the final round of the 2011 Masters, what he felt like, how he managed himself and the nerves, playing under high pressure, and what it feels like to birdie the final four holes of a Major to win.

PGATOUR.com's Jonathan Wall brings up-to-date insider knowledge on the bombshell Nike Golf dropped when they announced they would be exiting the golf equipment business in the end of 2016.  Jonathan also gives a detailed summary and explanation of Ping's new iBlade and the technology that makes it good.

Ever popular, Chris Solomon from nolayingup.com calls in from the Netherlands to chat with Mark Immelman.  They talk Tiger Woods, the 2016 Majors, Jordan Spieth, Rory McIlroy, Brooks Koepka, Danny Willett, Dustin Johnson, Henrik Stenson and Jimmy Walker.  They also touch on the Rio Olympics, the USGA and The PGA.  Just for good measure they also talk about Stephan Jaeger shooting 58 on the Web.com Tour.

Rising golf coach on the PGA TOUR, Drew Steckel, talks about the use of technology in golf instruction.  He and Mark Immelman specifically refer to the use of a BodiTrack Mat and how the understanding of a correct weight shift can improve ball contact and control. Steckel also talks about his work with PGA TOUR players, Danny Lee, Jason Gore and Pat Perez and shares a tip to help your weight shift.

PGA TOUR Professional, Eric Compton, shares his moving and emotional life story. He speaks candidly about his heart troubles and procedures and the mindset it takes to bounce back from his life-altering health setbacks.  He also shares insights on the grit it requires to overcome his physical challenges.  Eric also speaks fondly about his favorite charity "DONATE LIFE" and his efforts on behalf of the organ-transplant community.

This podcast with Kip Henley is loaded with simple and easy to comprehend tips and insights that will certainly help your game. Kip mixes his unique blend of humor, wisdom and knowledge into the perfect blend to guide the top players around the golf courses of the PGA TOUR.  Kip also shares his observations on what you can learn from watching Jason Day, Dustin Johnson, Jordan Spieth, Rory McIlroy, Rickie Fowler and Bubba Watson.

Top-flight Golf Coach, Mentor and Caddy, Colin Swatton, chats with Mark Immelman about counseling and guiding talented young golfers.  He talks of his work with current World #1, Jason Day and shares tips that you can learn from watching Jason's play and pre-shot routine.  He also talks about his "Bucket" approach and speaks candidly about mental and emotional discipline while playing and how that can improve your golf scores. 

Tiger Woods recently announced that he was withdrawing from the 2016 PGA Championship and that we was not going to compete on the PGA TOUR for the rest of the 2015/2016 season.  Brendan Porath delves into this announcement and chats with Mark Immelman about Tiger, the announcement and his future.  For good measure they also address the 2016 Rio Olympics Golf and Jordan Spieth and Rory McIlroy's responses to their withdrawal from the competition.

Respected golf instructor, Andrew Rice, helps you to understand all of the numbers and readings (such as 'Spin Loft', 'Dynamic Launch Angle', 'Face Angle', 'Club Path') that you may see/hear when working with a launch monitor such as Flightscope or Trackman. He also shares acceptable numbers to strive for when working with a Launch Monitor, and the odd tip to help you improve your numbers and ball-strikes.