Bad Teachers, Broken Swings, and Why Jeff Drinks

00:00 – Cold Open: “So… You Changed Teachers, Didn’t You?” Jeff warms up with a couple of cautionary tales about students who wandered off and came back with swings that looked like they’d been assembled by IKEA. 03:12 – Why Picking the Right Instructor Matters We dive into the big truth: golf instruction isn’t one‑size‑fits‑all. If your teacher thinks it is, run. Fast. 07:45 – The Franken‑Swing Files Jeff breaks down how well‑meaning golfers get turned into confused pretzels when instructors force them into positions their bodies simply can’t do. 12:10 – Grip, Stance, Ball Position: The “It Depends” Fundamentals A lively rant on why fundamentals aren’t commandments — they’re adjustable tools that must fit you, not the instructor’s favorite tour player. 17:30 – Golf Courses: Environmental Villains or Community Heroes? We take a detour (because of course we do) into water usage, economics, and why golf courses aren’t the bad guys people think they are. 22:55 – How to Choose a Teacher Who Won’t Break You Jeff lays out the criteria: look for instructors with a track record of improving all kinds of golfers, not disciples of a single swing religion. 28:40 – Sneak Peek: Jeff’s Top 100 Teacher Conference Talk A preview of Jeff’s upcoming presentation on ball position — why it matters, why most golfers get it wrong, and why fixing it changes everything. 32:00 – Final Thoughts: Your Swing, Your Body, Your Teacher We wrap with the big takeaway: find a coach who teaches you, not their system. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.