The Sweet Spot - Golf Podcast10 Nov 2025

Wild Playing Partner Behavior & Swing Shaming

In this episode, we discuss how Adam was "swing shamed" on social media and how it reveals some truths and myths about swing aesthetics. Jon also recounts the wildest behavior he's ever seen from a playing partner in a recent tournament. We discuss how to deal with distractions and how to avoid becoming one yourself. Thanks to our show sponsors The Indoor Golf Shop, HackMotion, Ridge, and Ethos: Level up your swing this off-season with HackMotion — the ultimate wrist and clubface feedback tool that’s like having a coach on your wrist. Trusted by over 30,000 golfers, HackMotion helps you master wrist angles for more consistent ball striking, better control, and lower scores. Try it risk-free for 30 days and get 20% off this November at https://hackmotion.com/sweetspot • As we enter the fall season, many golfers will be looking to upgrade their indoor practice. I've been trusting The Indoor Golf Shop for years and recommending them to anyone who wants to improve their home setup. They offer all the top launch monitor brands, including SkyTrak, Uneekor, and Foresight, and regularly run sales. They also have everything you need for your indoor practice - hitting mats, golf nets, impact screens, and custom enclosures. If you're looking for a custom residential build to have the simulator of your dreams, their team can make that happen. They built mine! And their designers can also handle any kind of commercial facility where you're building from scratch or want to make an upgrade. To learn more, check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shopindoorgolf.com/⁠ • Upgrade your everyday carry with Ridge Wallet 2.0 — the sleek, ultra-durable wallet that’s 10% lighter, RFID-blocking, and built for life. With over 100,000 five-star reviews and 50+ styles (including NFL, MLB, and college team editions), it’s the perfect holiday gift. Get up to 47% off during Ridge’s biggest Black Friday sale at https://www.ridge.com/sweetspot — and make sure to tell them The Sweet Spot sent you Ethos is an online platform that makes getting life insurance fast and easy There is no complicated process and it’s 100% online No medical exam required. You just answer a few health questions Get a quote in as little as 10 minutes You can get same-day coverage without ever leaving your house Get your free quote today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ethos.com/sweetspot⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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