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 ga ...
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Weekend Golf Guys Podcasts
The Approach Shot is our golf “flavored” podcast. We call it golf flavored because we talk with our guests about the careers (on and off the field), their lives, their passions and (what sets us apart) their personal golf game.Our guests are athletes, actors, authors, announcers and more. We love to laugh and our guests tell amazing behind the scenes stories that will make you laugh, feel and think. Listen. Enjoy.
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Welcome to The Pooya & Liana Lounge, the #1 destination for thought-provoking, laugh-inducing, banter-filled conversation. Each week, Liana and Pooya share their unique perspectives on everything, ranging from trending topics and relationships to the quirks of everyday life. With a blend of humor and authenticity, they have created a cozy atmosphere perfectly paired with the start of your weekend. Socials: Bluesky: @pooyalianalounge.bsky.social | Instagram: @pooyalianalounge | Tiktok: @pooya ...
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Transform Your Game: Short Game and Green Reading
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(00:00) Mastering Golf Scoring Techniques This chapter focuses on the nuances of scoring in golf, particularly emphasizing the short game and how to effectively handle different types of shots and lies on the course. We discuss the importance of understanding the slopes on which you find yourself and adjusting your body position to maintain stabili…
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Hall of Fame Coach DICK VERMEIL is our special guest on this very special episode of The Approach Shot
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How do you cover a Hall of Fame career that spanned decades in an hour? You don't, so we talked with Hall of Fame Coach DICK VERMEIL about things that gave him joy; his family, his wines, the fact that his players love and respect him, and how he was able to get the best out of his players. Coach tells stories about his belief in Kurt Warner, his l…
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The Traitors Season 4 cast is INCREDIBLE
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The Pooya and Liana Lounge: The Traitors Season 4 cast is INCREDIBLE Welcome to The Pooya & Liana Lounge, the #1 destination for thought-provoking, laugh-inducing, banter-filled conversation. Each week, Liana and Pooya share their unique perspectives on everything, ranging from trending topics and relationships to the quirks of everyday life. With …
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From Dogs to Drives: An Unconventional Golf Story
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(00:00) Indoor Golf Practice Techniques This chapter brings a lighthearted exchange about dogs and golf, as we share stories about our furry friends and how they intertwine with our lives. I talk about my dog Mulligan, a rescue who has become an essential part of our family, and we explore the touching notion of who truly rescues whom in a pet adop…
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14 year Cincinnati Bengals veteran REGGIE WILLIAMS is the very definition of an NFL warrior and he brings that passion to this episode of The Approach Shot
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First Team All-American? YOU BET (from Dartmouth, no less!) A member of the College Football Hall of Fame? YESSSS! Most sacks in Bengals history? HECK YA! (62. to be exact) Most inceptions in Bengals history? UH HUH (16 if you're counting) The NFL Man of the Year? YES SIR (in 1986) Sports Illustrated's co-Sportsman of the Year? YOU KNOW IT (in 1987…
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We went to our first Baseball game!
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We went to our first Baseball game! Welcome to The Pooya & Liana Lounge, the #1 destination for thought-provoking, laugh-inducing, banter-filled conversation. Each week, Liana and Pooya share their unique perspectives on everything, ranging from trending topics and relationships to the quirks of everyday life. With a blend of humor and authenticity…
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BURLEIGH DRUMMOND, one of the 4 original members and drummer for the band AMBROSIA ("How Much I Feel", "You're the Biggest Part of Me") is our special guest on The Approach Shot
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Sure, they are the hosts of The Approach Shot, but John and Neal were both radio personalities first. On air DJ's that spun records. So whenever a big time music act appears on the show, they geek out a little. And what a guest this week! BURLEIGH DRUMMOND (yes the word "Drum" is in his name) the drummer and original founders of the band AMBROSIA (…
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Mastering Golf: Techniques, Tales, and the Spirit of the Game with Top Instructors
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(00:00) Golf Knowledge and Teaching Strategies This chapter brings together a lively conversation about golf, featuring insights from two top 100 golf teachers. We share humorous anecdotes from the golf course, discussing the evolution of golf clubs and how past champions succeeded with simpler equipment. We also explore the sense of camaraderie an…
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The Pooya and Liana Lounge: Liana Day 2k25 Welcome to The Pooya & Liana Lounge, the #1 destination for thought-provoking, laugh-inducing, banter-filled conversation. Each week, Liana and Pooya share their unique perspectives on everything, ranging from trending topics and relationships to the quirks of everyday life. With a blend of humor and authe…
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Mastering the Mental Game: Strategies for Golf Performance with Joe Bosco
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(00:00) Golf Discussion With Joe Bosco This chapter takes a fascinating look at the mental and emotional aspects of golf with special guest Joe Bosco, a respected expert in human performance. We discuss how the mind can both enhance and inhibit physical performance on the golf course, emphasizing the importance of mental control and emotional manag…
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NFL QB JASON CAMPBELL scores with his storytelling, his humor and golf tales on The Approach Shot
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Jason Campbell had a great 9 year NFL career. He played with All Pros, became part of Raider Nation and will always be a War Eagle. But the stories of Southern food, Al Davis and how HGTV's "Home Town" has changed his beloved Laurel, MS are beyond your traditional interview. This was a lively chat with a friend, and when you listen, you'll feel lik…
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The Pooya and Liana Lounge: Miniature Golf Mayhem Welcome to The Pooya & Liana Lounge, the #1 destination for thought-provoking, laugh-inducing, banter-filled conversation. Each week, Liana and Pooya share their unique perspectives on everything, ranging from trending topics and relationships to the quirks of everyday life. With a blend of humor an…
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Master Your Golf Game: Equipment Tips, Practice Strategies, and Legendary Insights
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(00:00) Golf Equipment and Club Fitting This chapter captures the essence of mountain golf at Pine Canyon Golf Club in Flagstaff, Arizona, highlighting the unique and entertaining features of the course, including the 19th hole—a challenging 88-yard par three with an island green that serves as a fun tiebreaker. We also discuss the evolving golf eq…
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The RHAP Survivor 48 Draft Winner is HERE!
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The Pooya and Liana Lounge: The RHAP Survivor 48 Draft Winner is HERE! Welcome to The Pooya & Liana Lounge, the #1 destination for thought-provoking, laugh-inducing, banter-filled conversation. Each week, Liana and Pooya share their unique perspectives on everything, ranging from trending topics and relationships to the quirks of everyday life. Wit…
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SCOTT HAMILTON returns and we talk music, golf, skating and tells stories. Man, does he know EVERYONE!
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Want to hear Scott Hamilton do a famous guitar riff? You will! Want to hear Scott drop a name, or two, or three, or four? Oh, he will, but only because they're his friends. Want to hear us all choke up thinking of the loss of Dick Button and the horrific memory of Flight 5342 that crashed outside Reagan National Airport? You will and we aren't afra…
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Eurovision Song Contest 2025 Reactions! | Minisode
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From Sand Traps to Triumph: Your Guide to Better Shots
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(00:01) Fairway Bunker Shots This chapter explores strategies for effectively getting out of fairway bunkers in golf. We discuss the importance of assessing the firmness of the sand and the technique of planting your back foot firmly to create a stable stance, allowing for a full, powerful swing without slipping. Additionally, we cover selecting th…
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We Rated Every Awkward Interaction EVER!
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The Pooya and Liana Lounge: We Rated Every Awkward Interaction EVER! Welcome to The Pooya & Liana Lounge, the #1 destination for thought-provoking, laugh-inducing, banter-filled conversation. Each week, Liana and Pooya share their unique perspectives on everything, ranging from trending topics and relationships to the quirks of everyday life. With …
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SCORE! NFL great GERALD RIGGS touches down in this incredible episode of The Approach Shot
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One of the greatest running backs of the last 25 years? YEP A touchdown machine? INDEED Respectful and grateful for having great coaches? YOU BETCHA A Super Bowl Champion? YOU KNOW IT A funny and playful interview? HECK YA! If you think you know Gerald Riggs for plowing through defenses and scoring TD after TD, you only know one side of this amazin…
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Becoming a Green Reading Pro with Jeff Smith
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(00:01) Golf Tip This chapter is all about enhancing your putting game on the golf course. We discuss a fun and simple betting game to add pressure to your putting, where one putts earn you money from your friends, and three putts cost you. The beauty of putting is that anyone, regardless of age or strength, can excel. We explore how even a six-yea…
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The Pooya and Liana Lounge: We're Costco Guys... Welcome to The Pooya & Liana Lounge, the #1 destination for thought-provoking, laugh-inducing, banter-filled conversation. Each week, Liana and Pooya share their unique perspectives on everything, ranging from trending topics and relationships to the quirks of everyday life. With a blend of humor and…
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Whether on the field or “On the Links” NFL’s Adrian Colbert is passionate and thirsty for success
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The world of the NFL isn’t easy, even for a talent like Adrian Colbert. His passion for both football and golf comes through in this highly personal episode of The Approach Shot.By Bleav + Those Weekend Golf Guys
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(00:01) Golf Rules and Fair Play This chapter kicks off with some lighthearted banter about Derby week in Louisville, Kentucky, and the coincidental horse names, Journalist and Publisher, which spark a humorous betting anecdote. Shifting gears to golf, we explore the complexities and often misunderstood nature of golf rules, especially those pertai…
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The Pooya and Liana Lounge | We Travelled Across 9 States! Welcome to The Pooya & Liana Lounge, the #1 destination for thought-provoking, laugh-inducing, banter-filled conversation. Each week, Liana and Pooya share their unique perspectives on everything, ranging from trending topics and relationships to the quirks of everyday life. With a blend of…
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We "catch" up with 2x All Pro CARL PICKENS and talk Bengals, golf and tater casserole
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Sure, we talk with All Pro and Pro Bowl wide receiver Carl Pickens (one of the top 50 Bengals of all time) about his time in Cincinnati, his incredible collegiate career that made him an All American at Tennessee, and being 1992's NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year. You'd have to cover those subjects when talking with Carl. But we also talk with him …
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A Senior's Guide to Golfing with Confidence and Strength
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(00:01) Golf Tees and Playing Tips This chapter takes you into the vibrant world of golf and its unique intersections with events like the Kentucky Derby Festival. I share insights into a special hole-in-one contest tied to the festival, where hitting the perfect shot could eventually lead to a million-dollar prize, although it's a rare feat to ach…
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The Pooya and Liana Lounge | We have Traitors at Home Welcome to The Pooya & Liana Lounge, the #1 destination for thought-provoking, laugh-inducing, banter-filled conversation. Each week, Liana and Pooya share their unique perspectives on everything, ranging from trending topics and relationships to the quirks of everyday life. With a blend of humo…
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What's it like to be a 2x All Pro wide receiver in the NFL, who has "caught" golf fever? Bengals legend Carl Pickens tells all on this hilarious episode of The Approach Shot.
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Sure, we talk with All Pro and Pro Bowl wide receiver Carl Pickens (one of the top 50 Bengals of all time) about his time in Cincinnati, his incredible collegiate career that made him an All American at Tennessee, and being 1992's NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year. You'd have to cover those subjects when talking with Carl. But we also talk with him …
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Mastering Golf: Lessons from the Masters, Swing Improvement Tips, and the Future of Indoor Golf
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(00:00) Masters Golf Tournament Drama and Analysis This chapter brings you an exhilarating discussion about the thrilling conclusion of the Masters, where Rory McIlroy clinched victory. We recount the nerve-wracking moments on the 18th green, highlighting Rory's missed putt in regulation and the pressure-laden five-footer in the playoff. The conver…
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The Pooya and Liana Lounge: The Hinge Episode Welcome to The Pooya & Liana Lounge, the #1 destination for thought-provoking, laugh-inducing, banter-filled conversation. Each week, Liana and Pooya share their unique perspectives on everything, ranging from trending topics and relationships to the quirks of everyday life. With a blend of humor and au…
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(00:00) Summer Camp Age Requirement Disagreement This chapter explores a lively discussion about the challenges of managing junior golf programs and the intricacies of communication with parents. I recount a humorous yet frustrating experience with a parent eager to enroll his children in our summer camps. The parent attempts to bend the age rules …
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