Best Par Train Podcasts (2025)

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#402: The Intersection of Self Worth, Confidence, Watches, and Golf with @benswatches 58:08

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Hop aboard a bit of a different kind of episode where Ev dives into his second passion outside of golf -- watches with Ben Cook of @benswatches. Ben and Ev unpack confidence, self worth, how watches can help both (and golf), what to do when you barely play golf but still want to get better and so much more. Watch curious? Obsessed with watches? Or …

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#401: Grit > Glamour - The J.J. Spaun Blueprint from Oakmont (2025 U.S. Open Recap) 50:52

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Welcome aboard another major recap where Ev and Cerm unpack the principles, processes and patterns from the 2025 U.S. Open Champ J.J. Spaun. Ev and Cerm dive into what Scottie and Rory got wrong, and what being a grinder actually means. How does a player bounce back? How do you actually do it? This and so much more to help you embrace grit and grin…

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#400: From the Archives – The Grit, Glory, and Chaos of U.S. Open History 56:32

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*Bonus Episode to Celebrate 400 episodes!* What was the U.S. Open like when it started in the early 1900s? How did it become golf's toughest test? Why do the best players win the US Open but one win wonders win PGA's? Ev and Cerm go through the making of the U.S. Open, debate their favorite majors, break down Oakmont CC, winner history and so much …

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#399: Chipping Away - Managing Expectations & Nerves for Dummies (Exhibit A: Riviera Country Club) 1:02:52

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Ev and Cerm hop aboard for another chipping away episode where they both dig into their latest rounds (both first couple rounds of the year), and talk about a real, relatable, and step-by-step tactics to manage nerves and expectations to get real results. Ev breaks down his round at Riviera Country Club and talks about what he did differently to st…

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#398: In Case You Missed It - May 2025 Recap of The Par Train Podcast 47:19

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Trying to catch up? New to the Train? Want a refresher of the month prior? Monthly recaps is for you! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 8-10 minute clip of every episode from the month of May. Here are the episodes from May: #391 - Delusional Confidence and How to Harness it with the DOD King aka…

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#397: Be the Host Not the Hero with Chris Harrison 1:05:53

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Chris Harrison, former host of the Bachelor and 7 handicap, hops aboard the Train to help you become the host on and off the golf course. Chris might be the most confident 7 handicap we've ever interviewed (Ev and Cerm unpack why), discuss lessons he learned from Jason Day and Jon Rahm, the similarities and differences between playing Augusta Natio…

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#396: LFG - THINK MORE LIKE A PRO with Mitchell, Todd, Long, McCarron, Langley 11:19

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Welcome aboard the LFG Series. A popular short-form series compiling the best soundbites from our most popular podcasts designed to get you in the right mindset on the way to your next big round. Like what you hear in this LFG episode? Soundbites are pulled from the following episodes: Ep. 102 - Adam Long on Playing Well Through Pressure Ep. 77 - B…

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#395: It's Not Your Swing - It's Your State with Rick Sessinghaus (Morikawa's Coach) 1:00:44

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Rick Sessinghaus, longtime swing and mental coach of Collin Morikiawa, hops aboard the Train for his 4th time to help you master and manage your state. Ev and Cerm unpack what he's learned most from Morikawa that applies to all golfers, how Rick's become a better coach after coaching coaches, and so much more. Sick of sticky and gross sunscreen wit…

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Roger King’s 3 Keys to a Powerful, Consistent Swing 56:43

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In this episode of the Accelerate Golf Podcast, host Bikram Kapoor sits down with Roger King, a respected golf coach from Hendersonville, Tennessee, and the creator of a thriving YouTube channel. From college golf to the Texas Tour, Roger shares his journey and how it shaped his modern approach to teaching. The conversation centers on Roger’s 3 cor…

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#394: How to Win with Your B Game Like Scottie Scheffler (2025 PGA Championship Recap) 44:27

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Scottie Scheffler makes history once again with his 3rd major championship at Quail Hollow. But what did Scottie do that we can match in our games? What was the hidden key to his win that no one else is talking about. Hear why he didn't "dominate" the field despite winning by 5 shots. For anyone who gets off to rough starts or doesn't have their A …

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#393: From the Archives - The Untold History Behind the PGA Championship 1:04:12

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Did you know the PGA Championship started as match play? Did you know it was originally frowned upon to play golf for money and turn professional? Why is the PGA Championship the least favorite major? What would change that? Is the Wanamaker the best trophy in golf? All of this and more from the origins and untold story behind the PGA Championship.…

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#392: In Case You Missed It - April 2025 Recap of The Par Train Podcast 47:37

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Trying to catch up? New to the Train? Want a refresher of the month prior? Monthly recaps is for you! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 8-10 minute clip of every episode from the month of April. Here are the episodes from April: #385 - From the Archives - The Making of the Masters #387 - The Art …

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#391: Delusional Confidence and How to Harness it with the DOD King aka Carter Smith 1:10:04

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Carter Smith, aka the DOD King on Instagram and youtube, has risen to internet fame from his uncanny ability to carry the golf ball 300+ yards by hitting a driver off the deck. Carter wants to be the first person to make the PGA Tour without using tees, and frequently talks about this idea of delusional confidence. Ev and Cerm show the golf world a…

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#390: LFG - Defeat Your Demons with the World's Best Sports Psychologists with Rotella, McCabe, Parent, and Winters 9:28

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Welcome aboard the LFG Series. A popular short-form series compiling the best soundbites from our most popular podcasts designed to get you in the right mindset on the way to your next big round. Like what you hear in this LFG episode? Soundbites are pulled from the following episodes: #127 - Why "Have Fun: is Awful Advice with Sports Psychologist …

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#389: Replay Rate - The Course Management System Tour Pros Swear By with Scott Fawcett 1:09:54

2M ago1:09:54

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Scott Fawcett, founder of Decade Golf, hopped aboard the Train back in 2021, and Ev and Cerm thought we all needed a refresher. One of our most popular episodes, the Decade course management system is one of the fastest ways to lower your handicap (and increase your enjoyment) without changing your swing. Enjoy! Ev had been lying to himself for 25 …

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#388: My Round at Augusta National with Gabby Herzig — A Blueprint for Your Next Bucket List Golf Experience 1:01:58

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Gabby Herzig won lottery. Literally and figuratively. She was selected in the media lottery to play Augusta National Golf Club a day after Rory McIlroy made history. She wrote about the full round here, but also unpacked it with Ev and Cerm today with the lens of helping you make the most out of your next bucket list golf experience. Ev had been ly…

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#387: The Art of Amnesia - Rory McIlroy's 2025 Masters Win (2025 Masters Recap) 55:45

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Wow. Just wow. Ev and Cerm hit record just minutes after Rory made history. In this special episode, they break down what happened, why it matters, and how we can all learn to master the art of amnesia when it comes to our mistakes—while holding on tight to the memory of our best shots. This one hits different. The viral mental performance shot Mag…

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#386: In Case You Missed It - March 2025 Recap of The Par Train Podcast 56:23

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Trying to catch up? New to the Train? Want a refresher of the month prior? Monthly recaps is for you! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 8-10 minute clip of every episode from the month of March. Here are the episodes from March: #378 - Coaching Calls - The 3 Putt Cure and the Secret to Making Eve…

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#385: From the Archives - The Making of the Masters 56:50

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Did you know The Masters wasn't an immediate success? Did you know Augusta National barely survived the Great Depression? How did the green jacket come to be? Why do they call it Amen Corner? Who was Bobby Jones right-hand man that may be more responsible for the Masters than Bobby Jones himself? Ev and Cerm open the archives for a different episod…

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#384: LFG - MAJOR WINNING SECRETS with Singer and Cermak 6:47

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Welcome aboard the LFG Series. A brand new, short-form series compiling the best soundbites from our most popular podcasts designed to get you in the right mindset before your next big round, range session, or whatever you're on your way to. Like what you hear in this LFG episode? Soundbites are pulled from the following episodes: #248 - Play Big L…

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#383: Why Golfers Haven’t Improved in 50 Years—And How You Finally Can with Jim Venetos 1:16:46

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Jim Venetos (@jimvenetosgolf) hops aboard the Train to help Ev, Cerm, and all of you learn that maybe the modern golf swing isn't the best way to play golf well. Maybe there's a reason handicaps haven't lowered in 50+ years and Tour Pros haven't gotten better (perhaps even gotten worse?). This episode of the Par Train will challenge the status quo …

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#382: Tentative Swings Kill Scores—Here’s How to Fix It 58:57

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Debbie O'Connell, Award Winning LPGA Professional and Founder of Golf Positive hops aboard the Train to unpack and solve the round killer -- tentative swings. If you've ever stepped into a shot feeling tentative, this episode is for you. The viral mental performance shot Magic Mind is living up to the hype with both Cerm and Ev. Get 20% (or 48% off…

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#381: The Two Things Rory Did at TPC Sawgrass You Can Copy - 2025 Players Championship Recap 52:55

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A rare Monday podcast release after Rory wins the 3-hole aggregate playoff at The 2025 Players Championship... unpacks maybe Rory's most "relatable" win. Rory did two essential keys to win his second Players Championship that every golfer can learn from. Want to play better under pressure or learn how to recover after a bad shot? This episode is fo…

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#380: Replay Rate - Break Free from Suckville with Sports Psychologist Dr. Bhrett McCabe 1:11:20

4M ago1:11:20

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We've all spent time in suckville. There's nothing worse. The question is how do we punch our tickets and break free from suckville? Dr. Bhrett McCabe (@drbhrettmccabe), Sports Psychologist on the PGA Tour for Jon Rahm, Billy Horschel, Sam Burns and many more hops aboard the train for his 3rd time and gives us the roadmap to not just find our best,…

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#379: In Case You Missed It - February 2025 Recap of The Par Train Podcast 39:42

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Trying to catch up? New to the Train? Want a refresher of the month prior? Monthly recaps is for you! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 8-10 minute clip of every episode from the month of February. Here are the episodes from February: #372 - A Golf Odyssey: Rediscovering the Game's Spirit and Rek…

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Dave Bove Unlocks the Secrets of Tour-Level Ball Striking 55:44

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Dave Bove, the award-winning Director of Instruction at the Tashua Knolls Golf Course, unlocks the secrets of tour-level ball striking in this episode of the Accelerate Golf podcast! Dave shares his expertise on the critical aspects of ball striking, such as club face alignment, path control, and contact precision, and how technology is revolutioni…

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#378: Coaching Calls - The 3 Putt Cure and the Secret to Making Everything with Dr. Joe Parent and Karol Priscilla 59:09

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Ev met Karol Priscilla at an event recently and talked about her putting issues. She calls herself 3 putt Karol, has had 40 putts in a round, and expects to miss every putt she walks up to. Ev knew just the guy to call. The best-selling author of Zen Golf, Zen Putting, and How to Make Every Putt, Dr. Joe Parent hops aboard the Train for the first-o…

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#377: LFG - EXPECTATIONS CHANGE EVERYTHING with Rotella & Shapiro 12:36

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Welcome aboard the LFG Series. A brand new, short-form series compiling the best soundbites from our most popular podcasts designed to get you in the right mindset before your next big round, range session, or whatever you're on your way to. Like what you hear in this LFG episode? Soundbites are pulled from the 2 following episodes: 342 - Dr. Bob R…

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#376: 20 Years of Golf Mistakes—We Made Them So You Don’t Have To 1:14:09

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Josh Alpert, California Coaching Professional 2024 Hall of Famer, and 2023 SCPA Coach of the Year, (and Ev's coach) hops aboard the Train to unpack the 20 years of mistakes Ev has made that many golfers probably make as well. Listen to this episode so you don't make the same mistakes! Want to treat yourself or a loved one with the most comfortable …

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#375: The Oldest PGA Tour Rookie in History Proves You Can Get Better with Age 1:10:56

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Gary Christian notably became a PGA Tour rookie at 40, making him one of the oldest true rookies in modern PGA Tour history. During his rookie year in 2012, he made the FedEx Cup Playoffs and was paired with Tiger Woods at The Barclays. Gary takes us through what finally got him over the hump from the mini-tours to the PGA Tour (hint: It wasn't his…

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#374: Rory Mcilroy's Secret New Formula (...that you can steal!) 51:54

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Ev and Cerm unpack Rory's secret new formula, which seems to be producing a new Rory. What did he do and say differently at the AT&T Pro Am at Pebble Beach? How does TGL factor in? How is Rory emulating Scottie Scheffler? What did Rory change about his approach that you can steal for your game? Want to play better golf in 2025? This episode is for …

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#373: In Case You Missed It - January 2025 Recap of The Par Train Podcast 44:26

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Trying to catch up? New to the Train? Want a refresher of the month prior? Monthly recaps is for you! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 8-10 minute clip of every episode from the month of January. Here are the episodes from January: #366 - 8 Lessons from 2024 that Will Revolutionize Your Golf Gam…

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#60 - Pressing Pause: Refocusing for Impact 4:48

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I know it’s been a little while since I last published an episode so I wanted to take a moment to connect with you all. In this episode, I revisit why I started the podcast in the first place and why I’ve decided to hit pause for now. When I first launched the show, my goal was to provide valuable insights and guidance about the franchise industry.…

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#372: A Golf Odyssey: Rediscovering the Game’s Spirit and Rekindling Your Love for It 1:08:39

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Oliver Horovitz, author of An American Caddie at St. Andrews and esteemed travel writer, hops aboard the Train for his 4th ride to take Ev through his latest adventures: Bolivia to meet La Paz Golf Club’s Indigenous female groundskeepers, the cholitas, who live below the poverty line but play golf every Monday Japan to play Park Golf (A mix of mini…

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#371: LFG - SWING YOUR SWING with Pressfield, Adams, Mulder and Cupp 9:44

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Welcome aboard the LFG Series. A brand new, short-form series compiling the best soundbites from our most popular podcasts designed to get you in the right mindset on your way to your next round, range sesh, or whatever is important to you. This month's LFG series is all about SWINGING YOUR SWING. Like what you hear in this LFG episode? Soundbites …

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#370: Replay Rate - The Golf Data that PROVES Your Expectations Are WAY Too High with Lou Stagner 1:08:03

5M ago1:08:03

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Introducing a new mini-series called Replay Rate. When we take our most streamed episodes from years ago and replay them for a much-needed refresher. This episode is with Lou Stagner (@LouStagner on Twitter), the Data Lead at Arccos Golf and Assistant Coach at Princeton Golf. Lou breaks down all the crazy stats he sees from golfers like us vs. the …

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#369: What Psychedelics, Rory McIlroy and Jack Nicklaus Have in Common (It’s Not What You Think) 56:42

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Jeg Coughlin III, Co-Host of the I Can Fly Podcast with former PGA Tour Pro Morgan Hoffman, has interviewed some of the best performers of all time with athletes like Rory Mcilroy, Jack Nicklaus, Aaron Rodgers, Lance Armstrong, Luke Donald, Rickie Fowler, and so many more. Jeg and Ev unpack what they all (and psychedelics) have in common, how vulne…

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368: In Case You Missed It - December 2024 Recap of The Par Train Podcast 54:01

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Trying to catch up? New to the Train? Want a refresher of the month prior? Monthly recaps is for you! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 8-10 minute clip of every episode from the month of December. Here are the episodes from December: #359 - The Scariest Day of My Life: Becoming a Dad and 7 Life …

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#367: Weathering the Storm - How to Bounce Back from a Nightmare Warm Up 1:13:41

6M ago1:13:41

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Ev and Cerm hop aboard a mental game roundtable about the nightmare start: 1. First round in 3 months 2. Playing a bucket list course 3. Shanking it on the range before the round 4. Windy, tough conditions Cerm talks through how he weathered the storm and bounced back. If you've ever had a nightmare start, this episode is for you. What if your golf…

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#366: 8 Lessons from 2024 that Will Revolutionize Your Golf Game in 2025 56:21

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Ev and Cerm sat down to share their picks for the 8 most important lessons from interviews in 2024 to revolutionize your golf game in 2025. Want to dive back into the featured episodes? See the list below. Here's to your best golf in 2025! Episodes Featured: 293 - PGA Tour Pro (and visor guy) Kelly Kraft - Go Back to Basics 296 - Finding Your "Tige…

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#365: LFG - NEW YEAR NEW GAME with Rotella, Winters, McCabe, Sessinghaus, and more 10:53

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Welcome aboard the LFG Series. A monthly short-form series compiling the best soundbites from our most popular podcasts designed to get you in the right mindset on your way to your next round, range sesh, or whatever is important to you. This month's LFG series is all about MAKING 2025 YOUR BEST YEAR OF GOLF with soundbites from the following popul…

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#364: Off the Course - How To Say Finally No and Create Boundaries That Set You Free Without Feeling Guilty with Joseph Nguyen 1:07:54

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Welcome to a brand new mini series called "Off the Course" where the best experts in the world help arm you with the tools to enjoy the ride off the course. Of course, we're all more than just golfers. We're bosses, employees, husbands, wives, friends, dads, moms, and more. Don't worry... these concepts can help your golf game too (Ev mentions this…

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#59 - How Glo Tanning is Redefining the Tanning Industry 37:23

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I had the pleasure of talking with Onyi Odunukwe, the CEO of Glo Tanning, on this episode. Onyi's journey into the world of tanning began with his entrepreneurial spirit, from a supplement store franchise to building a successful tanning brand that now spans across 16 states. Onyi shares how Glo Tanning stands out in a competitive market, offering …

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#363: The Bounce-Back Blueprint: How to Turn the Tide with Tour Pro Travis Trace 1:05:50

6M ago1:05:50

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Travis Trace, Tour Pro, hops aboard the Train after making the biggest 15 footer of his life no less than a week ago. Travis had never made it passed second stage of Korn Ferry Q school until this year. So Ev and Cerm dug deep with him to help you turn the tide of whatever you struggle with -- one certain hole, down the stretch after a good front 9…

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Transform Your Golf Game with Strength and Mobility with Fitness Coach Shaun Diachkoff 50:23

6M ago50:23

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In the latest episode of the Accelerate Golf podcast, I spoke with Shaun Diachkoff, founder of Fairway Performance and a top golf fitness coach, to uncover the keys to unlocking your full potential on the course. Shaun delivers actionable tips for golfers at every level, highlighting how strength, flexibility, and endurance can revolutionize your g…

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#58 - Two Franchises, One Entrepreneur: Ron Holt’s Strategy for Success in His Second Venture 42:58

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Join me this week as I chat with Ron Holt, the two-time franchisor who is bringing a fresh, fun approach to moving through his brand, Pink Zebra Moving, after his success with Two Maids and A Mop. Ron shares how he’s disrupting the moving industry by creating not just a service, but a culture—"Happy Moving”! He explains how his mother-in-law's terr…

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#362: No Regrets, Just Results: Goal-Setting the Right Way for 2025 1:00:13

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Ev and Cerm hop aboard another podcast to review their 2024 goals, identify their mistakes, own up to their excuses, and identify how to set the right kind of goals in 2025 so you can do the same. 2025 is the year of the breakthrough, and this podcast is just the start! Have someone in your life that loves The Par Train and/or just needs some words…

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Hall of Fame Coach Tom O'Donnell: Shaping Young Golfers and Life Champions 1:04:34

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In this inspiring episode of The Accelerate Golf Podcast, I welcomed FCIAC Hall of Fame high school golf coach Tom O'Donnell for a deep dive into the world of youth athletics and the transformative power of golf. From his early days playing in Nebraska to leading championship teams in Darien, Connecticut, Tom shares a journey filled with passion, p…

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#361: Chipping Away - Are Golf Simulators Helping or Hurting Your Game? 42:38

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Ev and Cerm embark on a heated debate on whether golf simulators are helping or hurting your golf game. Listen to both sides of the debate and decide what side you're on! Early Black Friday Rhoback activewear sale alert! Tap this link here for 20% off before the holidays. Hurry before your sizes sell out! Want the perfect holiday gift? Go with Oluk…

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360: In Case You Missed It - November 2024 Recap of The Par Train Podcast 47:56

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Trying to catch up? New to the Train? Want a refresher of the month prior? Monthly recaps is for you! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 8-10 minute clip of every episode from the month of November. Here are the episodes from November: #353 - Coaching Calls - From an 8 to a 1 Handicap By Crafting …