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GOLF DON'T LIE

by Jeff Pelizzaro | 18STRONG | GOLF DON'T LIE

Golf is more than a game. It reveals who we are. GOLF DON’T LIE™ is a podcast about the truth that this game teaches us — through the stories, struggles, and victories of the people who play it. Host Jeff Pelizzaro sits down with athletes, musicians, thinkers, and everyday legends who all share one thing in common: a love for the game. Real talk, honest laughs, and the lessons that show up when the scorecard is long forgotten.

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  1. Ep. 12 (GDL) Brixton Albert: Building Performance Golf and Optimizing Time to Get the Most Out of Life

    Brixton Albert joins the show to share the story behind building Performance Golf into a leading online golf training platform. The conversation explores entrepreneurship, habits, time optimization, and how technology is shaping the future of golf improvement. Jeff Pelizzaro and Justin Bryant sit...

  2. Ep. 11 (GDL) Adam Wahl: Gratitude, Service, and Life as a Caddie at The Keep

    Adam Wahl joins the show to share his journey from a 21-year career in the U.S. Air Force to becoming one of the original caddies at The Keep at the McLemore. The conversation covers service, gratitude, and how golf became a meaningful part of his transition into retirement. In this episode, Jeff...

  3. Ep.10 (GDL) Cordie Walker: Stop Chasing Tips — Start Training Skill, Speed & Better Golf

    Cordie Walker is the founder of Golf Science Lab and GolfWell, and one of the leading voices helping golfers cut through noise, frustration, and endless swing tips. In this episode, Jeff, Justin, and Cordie dig into why most golfers stay stuck, how real skill development works, and how to train…

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  4. Ep.09 (GDL) Curt Rohe — Golf Tournament Setup, The Handicapping System, and Common Rule Mistakes

    Curt Rohe is the Executive Director of the Metropolitan Amateur Golf Association — the governing body for competitive golf in the St. Louis region. Jeff and Justin dive into how tournaments are set up, why handicaps matter more than golfers realize, the most misunderstood everyday rules, and the...

  5. Ep.08 (GDL) Micah Candeletta-Burklin: Building Rana Golf & Growing the Game for Kids

    Rana Golf founder Micah Candeletta-Burklin joins us to talk junior golf bags, getting kids on the course, and building a family-first brand that helps parents share the game with their little ones. In this episode of Golf Don’t Lie, Jeff and JB sit down with Micah Candeletta-Burklin, co-founder…

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  6. Ep.07 (GDL) Lt. Col. Dan Rooney: Golf, Country, and the Cost of Freedom

    Lt. Col. Dan Rooney—fighter pilot, PGA pro, and founder of Folds of Honor—joins Jeff to talk golf church, bringing the national anthem to the PGA Tour, and how persistence, faith, and the game have shaped his mission to serve military and first responder families. Lt. Col. Dan Rooney is the…

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  7. Ep.06 (GDL) Ozzie Smith: The "Wizard" on Freedom, Flow, and the Game Beyond Baseball

    Hall of Famer Ozzie “The Wizard” Smith joins Jeff to talk about discovering golf after baseball, what “freedom” and “flow” really mean, and how the lessons from a life in baseball still drive him on the course. Ozzie Smith is a Hall of Fame shortstop, St. Louis icon, and—since 1996—a full-blown...

  8. Ep.05 (GDL) Roger Null: The Godfather of Greenskeepers

    Roger Null is a revered golf course superintendent ("Greenskeeper" as Roger still likes to call it) and architect, recognized as a legend in the St. Louis area. With decades of experience, Roger shares invaluable insights into the intricacies of maintaining and designing golf courses, shedding...

  9. Ep.04 (GDL): Matt Ginella: Telling the Stories of Life, Golf, and Relationships

    Matt Ginella is a longtime golf journalist, storyteller, and founder of Fire Pit Collective, a media company dedicated to celebrating the game, its people, and its culture. From his days at Golf Digest and Golf Channel to building one of the most authentic voices in modern golf media, Matt has…

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  10. Ep.03 (GDL): Sam Goulden: Elevating The Golf Bag Experience Through Community andEnvironmental Innovation

    Sam Goulden is the founder of MNML Golf, a brand revolutionizing the golf bag industry with a focus on sustainability and community-building. In our conversation, we dive deep into his journey from teaching golf to launching a brand that emphasizes quality and environmental consciousness. Sam...

  11. Ep.02 (GDL): Dr. Gaston Cordova: Unlocking Inner Excellence in Your Life and Golf

    Today’s episode dives into the intricate mental game of golf, featuring Dr. Gaston Cordova, who breaks down the connection between our physical performance on the course and our mental state. The core takeaway here is that mastering your game isn’t just about swing mechanics; it’s also about...

  12. Ep.01 (GDL): Peter Egazarian: Blending the tradition of the game with the technology of the future.

    We welcome Peter Egazarian from the illustrious Farmington Country Club, diving deep into the intricate connections between golf, personal development, and the human experience. The episode kicks off with Peter sharing his unique journey from a traditional golf instructor to a performance coach…

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  13. Ep.00 (GDL): Introducing GOLF DON'T LIE™️: A new chapter from 18STRONG...

    Welcome to GOLF DON'T LIE™️, where we're diving deep into the heart of golf and life in a new chapter of the 18STRONG Podcast. We're all about shifting the focus from just swing tips to the stories that shape us on and off the course. Jeff Pelizzaro takes us on a journey, highlighting how golf...

  14. 371 (18STRONG): BO WATSON & SHANNON SHUSKEY- How to Shoot Your Lifetime Low Score!

    Guest: Bo Watson & Shannon Shuskey (In the Zone Mental Training, Authors In the Zone Secrets) Host: Jeff Pelizzaro Episode Number: 371 Podcast: The 18STRONG Podcast Partners: Linksoul, 1stPhorm Summary Join us as we explore the intricate dance between the mind and the golf swing with mental...

  15. 370 (18STRONG): RYAN DEGALE- More Golf, Less Pain. Can You Fix Your Back?

    Guest: Ryan Degale (Orthopedic Spine Specialist, Founder of Golf and Body) Host: Jeff Pelizzaro Episode Number: 370 Podcast: The 18STRONG Podcast Partners: Linksoul, 1stPhorm Summary Listen in as Ryan DeGale, an orthopedic spine specialist with a 17-year tenure in strength and conditioning…

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  16. 369 (18STRONG): BOBBY HOLLAND- Navy Seal “Breaches” the Golf World w/ Hoolie Golf Apparel

    Guest: Bobby Holland (Founder Hoolie Golf, Retired Navy Seal)) Host: Jeff Pelizzaro Episode Number: 369 Podcast: The 18STRONG Podcast Partners: Linksoul, 1stPhorm Summary Join us as we sit down with Bobby Holland, the retired Navy SEAL whose love for golf blossomed into the creation of Hoolie…

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  17. 368 (18STRONG): CODY WESCOTT- Lift Heavy, Swing Fast.

    Guest: Cody Wescott (Founder Cody Wescott Golf) Host: Jeff Pelizzaro Episode Number: 368 Podcast: The 18STRONG Podcast Partners: Linksoul, 1stPhorm Summary Join me as I welcome Cody Wescott from Cody Wescott Golf and the Swing Heavy Lift Fast Program to the show for an insightful discussion…

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  18. 367 (18STRONG): Dr. Jason Selk: Unlock Your Mental Toughness with Relentless Solution Focus

    Guest: Dr. Jason Selk (Peak Performance Coach, Sports Psychologist, Best Selling Author) Host: Jeff Pelizzaro Episode Number: 367 Podcast: The 18STRONG Podcast Partners: Linksoul, 1stPhorm Summary Have you ever caught yourself stuck on the hamster wheel of negative thinking when facing a…

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  19. 366 (18STRONG). Dr. Kyle Richmond: Maximize Mobility, Strength Controls Movement, and Social Media Tips for Coaches.

    Guest: Dr. Kyle Richmond (Founder: REBUILT Strength & Rehab) Host: Jeff Pelizzaro Episode Number: 366 Podcast: The 18STRONG Podcast Partners: Linksoul, 1stPhorm Summary Listen in as Kyle Richmond from Rebuilt Strength and Rehab joins us to unfold his transformative journey from a chiropractic...

  20. 365 (18STRONG): JEFF FLAGG: Rotational Power Secrets from a World Long Drive Champ.

    Guest: Jeff Flagg (2014 World Long Drive Champ, Founder of Flagg Performance) Host: Jeff Pelizzaro Episode Number: 365 Podcast: The 18STRONG Podcast Partners: Linksoul, 1stPhorm Summary Unlock the secrets to enhancing your golf game with the wisdom of Jeff Flagg, the 2014 World Long Drive…

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  21. 198 (18STRONG): From Quitting to US Open Qualifying with Chris Naegel | Professional Golfer

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  22. 197 (18STRONG): The Secret Links of an Efficient Golf Swing | Tom Myers | Anatomy Trains

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  23. 196 (18STRONG): What are your Golf Fitness Needs? | Joe Gambino from Par Four Performance

    [smart_track_player url="http://traffic.libsyn.com/18strong/196_196__What_are_your_Golf_Fitness_Needs__with_Joe_Gambino_from_Par_Four_Performance.mp3" background="default" ] Today I am especially excited to bring on our very special guest, Joe Gambino from Par Four Performance. As much as I would...

  24. 195 (18STRONG): Raw Fitness Truth with Justin Andrews from Mind Pump

    [smart_track_player url="http://traffic.libsyn.com/18strong/195_195__Raw_Fitness_Truth_with_Justin_Andrews_from_Mind_Pump.mp3" title="195: Raw Fitness Truth" artist="18STRONG: Justin Andrews | Mind Pump" background="default" social_linkedin="true" social_pinterest="true" social_email="true" ] The...

  25. 194 (18STRONG): Golf’s Most Incredible Destination with Steve Friedlander | Big Cedar Golf

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  26. 193 (18STRONG): Daisy-May Kenny | Less Pain, Better Footwork, and More Speed

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  27. 192 (18STRONG): Dr. Josh Satterlee | Creating the Perfect “Hybrid” Facility to Treat Golfers

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  28. 191 (18STRONG): Golf Untucked: The Social Side of the Game | Evan Kamer from Skratch

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  29. 190 (18STRONG): Dr. Stuart McGill | The Back Mechanic Talks Golf

    [smart_track_player url="http://traffic.libsyn.com/18strong/190_190__Dr._Stuart_McGill___The_Back_Mechanic_Talk_Golf.mp3" title="190: The Back Mechanic Talks Golf" artist="18STRONG: Dr. Stuart McGill" background="default" social_linkedin="true" social_pinterest="true" social_email="true" ] It's...

  30. 189 (18STRONG): Everything You Want to Know About Superspeed Golf | Mike Napoleon & Kyle Shay

    [smart_track_player url="http://traffic.libsyn.com/18strong/189_189__Everything_You_Want_to_Know_About_Superspeed_Golf___Mike_Napoleon__Kyle_Shay.mp3" title="189: Everything You Want to Know About SuperSpeed Golf" artist="18STRONG: Mike Napoleon & Kyle Shay" background="default"...

  31. 188 (18STRONG): Trevor Anderson | You Can Get Better Every Day

    When it comes down to it, a fitness coach is a dime a dozen right? What do these different specialties matter and why is it so important for a fitness professional to know your game? Does that specialization to your specific sport really make a difference? Whether you are an athlete looking for a...

  32. 187 (18STRONG): David MacKenzie | Training Your Mental Game

    [smart_track_player url="http://traffic.libsyn.com/18strong/187_187_David_MacKenzie.mp3" title="187: Training Your Mental Game" artist="18STRONG: David MacKenzie" background="default" social_linkedin="true" social_pinterest="true" social_email="true" ] We’ve been talking a lot about the…

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  33. 186 (18STRONG): Brad Thompson | Train for a more Powerful Golf Game.

    Power. Almost every golfer I have worked with, at one time or another, has asked “how can I hit the ball farther?” or “how can I get more distance?” And in most instances, it leads back to being more powerful. From amateur to professional, power is an integral part of progressing your golf game,...

  34. 185 (18STRONG): Mark Sweeney | Drain More Putts with Aimpoint Golf

    [smart_track_player url="http://traffic.libsyn.com/18strong/185_185__Mark_Sweeney___Drain_More_Putts_with_Aimpoint_Golf.mp3" title="185: Drain More Putts with Aimpoint Golf" artist="18STRONG: Mark Sweeney" background="default" social_linkedin="true" social_pinterest="true" social_email="true" ]...

  35. 184 (18STRONG): Dr. Kara Graziano O’Leary | The Psychology of Changing Your Behavior |

    [smart_track_player url="http://traffic.libsyn.com/18strong/184_184__Dr._Kara_Graziano_OLeary___The_Psychology_of_Changing_Your_Behavior__.mp3" title="184: The Psychology of Changing Your Behavior" artist="18STRONG: Dr. Kara Graziano O'Leary" background="default" social_linkedin="true"...

  36. 183 (18STRONG): Janet Alexander | What to know about Workouts for Women.

    [smart_track_player url="http://traffic.libsyn.com/18strong/183_183__Janet_Alexander___What_to_know_about_Workouts_for_Women..mp3" title="183: What to Know About Workouts for Women" artist="18STRONG | Janet Alexander" background="default" social_linkedin="true" social_pinterest="true"...

  37. 182 (18STRONG): Can Cryotherapy Lower Your Scores? | Dr. Melvin Deese and Evan Hugall

    [smart_track_player url="http://traffic.libsyn.com/18strong/182_182__Can_Cryotherapy_Lower_Your_Scores____Dr._Melvin_Deese_and_Evan_Hughall.mp3" title="182: Can cryotherapy lower your scores?" artist="18STRONG: Dr. Melvin Deese & Evan Hugall" background="default" social_linkedin="true"...

  38. 181 (18STRONG): Curtis Christopherson | Create the Fitness Business & Life You Want!

    [smart_track_player url="http://traffic.libsyn.com/18strong/181_181__Curtis_Christopherson___Create_the_Fitness_Business__Life_You_Want.mp3" title="181: Creating the Fitness Business & Life You Want" artist="18STRONG: Curtis Christopherson" background="default" social_linkedin="true"...

  39. 180 (18STRONG): Mark Williamson | The Golf Yogi

    [smart_track_player url="http://traffic.libsyn.com/18strong/180_180__Mark_Williamson___The_Golf_Yogi.mp3" title="180: The Golf Yogi" artist="18STRONG: Mark Williamson" background="default" social_linkedin="true" social_pinterest="true" social_email="true" ] Former professional golfer, Mark...

  40. 179 (18STRONG): Rene Cammarata | Junior Golfers or Junior Athletes?

    [smart_track_player url="http://traffic.libsyn.com/18strong/179_179__Rene_Cammarata___Junior_Golfers_or_Junior_Athletes_.mp3" title="179: Junior Golfers or Junior Athletes?" artist="18STRONG: Rene Cammarata" background="default" social_linkedin="true" social_pinterest="true" social_email="true" ]...

  41. 178 (18STRONG): James Sieckmann | Master the Modern Short Game

    [smart_track_player url="http://traffic.libsyn.com/18strong/178_178__James_Sieckmann___Master_the_Modern_Short_Game.mp3" title="178: Master the Modern Short Game" artist="18STRONG: James Sieckmann" background="default" social_linkedin="true" social_pinterest="true" social_email="true" ] Today I…

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  42. 177 (18STRONG): Kolby Tullier | Are You Functionally Strong?

    [smart_track_player url="http://traffic.libsyn.com/18strong/177_177__Kolby_Tullier___Are_You_Functionally_Strong_.mp3" title="177: Are You Functionally Strong?" artist="18STRONG: Kolby Tullier" background="default" social_linkedin="true" social_pinterest="true" social_email="true" ] Kolby…

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  43. 176 (18STRONG): 10 Exercises for New Golfers

    In this episode, I wanted to break things down very simply for those of you that might be new to the game of golf or simply newer to the idea of getting in the gym to help your golf game. Regardless of whether you are just learning how to swing a club or a kettlebell, mastering these basic...

  44. 175 (18STRONG): Trent Wearner | Golf is the WORST Practiced Sport

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  45. 174 (18STRONG): Kirk Adams | Winterize Your Golf Body

    [smart_track_player url="http://traffic.libsyn.com/18strong/174__174__Kirk_Adams___Winterize_Your_Golf_Body.mp3" title="174: Winterize Your Golf Body" artist="18STRONG: Kirk Adams" background="default" social_linkedin="true" social_pinterest="true" social_email="true" ] Kirk Adams has more than…

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  46. 173 (18STRONG): Tyler Ferrell | Finding Your Stock Tour Swing

    [smart_track_player url="http://traffic.libsyn.com/18strong/173_173__Tyler_Ferrell___Finding_Your_Stock_Tour_Swing.mp3" title="Finding Your Stock Tour Swing" artist="18STRONG: Tyler Ferrell" background="default" social_linkedin="true" social_pinterest="true" social_email="true" ] Tyler Ferrell,...

  47. 172 (18STRONG): What Are You Committed To?

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  48. 171 (18STRONG): Damon Goddard | Don’t Underestimate Simple Training

    [smart_track_player url="http://traffic.libsyn.com/18strong/171_171__Damon_Goddard___Dont_Underestimate_Simple_Training.mp3" background="default" social_linkedin="true" social_pinterest="true" social_email="true" ] I am especially excited to announce the return of one of our 18Strong Alumni and...

  49. 170 (18STRONG): Jeff Flagg | Building Your Armor this Off-Season

    [smart_track_player url="http://traffic.libsyn.com/18strong/170__Jeff_Flagg___Building_Your_Armor_this_Off-Season.mp3" title="170: Build Your Armor this Off-Season" artist="18STRONG: Jeff Flagg" background="default" social_linkedin="true" social_pinterest="true" social_email="true" ] 2014 Long...

  50. 169 (18STRONG): Golf Fitness Pros to Avoid

    [smart_track_player url="http://traffic.libsyn.com/18strong/169_169__Golf_Fitness_Pros_to_Avoid.mp3" title="169: Golf Fitness Pros to Avoid" artist="18STRONG" background="default" social_linkedin="true" social_pinterest="true" social_email="true" ] This past week Golf Digest put out its List of…

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Golf is more than a game. It reveals who we are. GOLF DON’T LIE™ is a podcast about the truth that this game teaches us — through the stories, struggles, and victories of the people who play it. Host Jeff Pelizzaro sits down with athletes, musicians, thinkers, and everyday legends who all share one thing in common: a love for the game. Real talk, honest laughs, and the lessons that show up when the scorecard is long forgotten.

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