Breaking 80 Over 50 A Golf Improvement Journey

Breaking 80 Over 50: Why Golf Is More Than a Score

Frank recounts two very different rounds that both finished at 88 and reflects on what makes golf special beyond the score. He breaks down his recent play — driver inconsistencies, better wedge distances, and frustrating putting that repeatedly lipped out — while noting course conditions after heavy South Florida rain. More importantly, he shares how golf builds community: the morning camaraderie, shared struggles, and support when life gets heavy. Through stories about friends coping with 9/11 memories and the loss of a beloved dog, Frank shows how the course becomes a refuge and a way to connect.

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Aerated Greens, Better Ball Striking and Random Thoughts

It's Labor Day and Frank gets in three rounds over the three day weekend. Ball striking has improved just in time to battle the newly aerated greens at Oriole Golf Club. No two rounds of golf are ever the same and after a busy golf weekend, Frank's tries to make some sense of his random thoughts. I would love to hear from you! Email me at: Breaking80over50@gmail.com All music provided by Epidemic Sound

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A Stormy Week for Good-Good, Calloway and South Florida Golf

Frank weighs in on the storm surrounding Good Good golf and Calloway. Then he tries to find a window in a bad weather weekend to get out and play golf. The PGA tour season wraps up and it's another year of dominance for Scottie Sheffler. And, if there wasn't already too much YouTube Golf to watch, another big name enters the space as Kevin Heart begins to document his golf journey. I would love to hear from you, email me at: Breaking80over50@gmail.com All music provided by Epidemic Sound Good-Good, Calloway add: https://youtube.com/shorts/KAScVbqYimY?si=jO8jfM9HDSxcJ08B Kevin Heart golfs: https://youtu.be/6XDQFrTmbi8?si=nhxDgellnNVe6L5h

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The Round of Golf Couldn't Have Started Any Better....

Unfortunately, sometimes work gets in the way but after a break in the action Frank heads back out on the course to continue the quest to break 80. The summer heat persists and after shaking off a little rust on Saturday, he comes out firing on Sunday. Could this be it, the round where Frank breaks 80? Tune in to find out. I would love to hear from you, email me at: Breaking80over50@gmail.com All music provided by Epidemic Sound. Big Break Qualifier: https://youtu.be/FjURxyEn9tQ?si=JtUMqctvnChY93vQ

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My Golf Game Needs a Reboot!

Frank opens with candid frustration after a rough August and two disappointing rounds. He dissects advice from a Golf Smarter podcast and a Ryan Mouque video that both stress eliminating doubles and triples, dialing back the driver, and prioritizing putting over risky chips. Frank confesses his confidence paradox—his driver is his most trusted club despite recent miss tendencies—and explores shotshape struggles (draws turning into pull hooks) and loss of clubface control. He uses Jared Tendler’s inchworm analogy to explain why his C‑game has crept forward and why he must rebuild the A‑game through practice and better ballstriking. I would love to hear from you, email me at: Breaking80over50@gmail.com All music provided by Epidemic Sound The Fastest Way to Break 80 by Ryan Mouque: https://youtu.be/vei4dWdcGDo?si=nGb8WDRnvUaUeBwA

I Gave Up on a Round of Golf

Frank wrapped up July, hopeful that his golf game was coming together, but the Golf Gods had other plans. I would love to hear from you, email me at: Breaking80over50@gmail.com All music provided by Epidemic Sound

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Birdies, Bogeys and Blow Ups

After a brief break, Frank is back and introduces a new segment called Birdies, Bogeys, and Blow Ups to recap the good, the bad and the ugly from the golf weekend. Also, Will Ferrell's new golf show, The Hawk is out on Netflix. Does it live up to the high bar set by the greatest racing movie of all time, Talladega Nights? Tune in to find out. I would love to hear from you, email me at: Breaking80over50@gmail.com All music provided by Epidemic Sound

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YGT Review, Is it just too much golf?

This week Frank dives back into YouTube golf and the first segment of the YGT, Your Golf Tour. The biggest names in golf content all together in one place, Wesley Bryan, George Bryan, Grant Horvat, Brad Dalke, Garret Clark, Sean Walsh, Roger Steele, Luke Toomey, Luke Kwon, Taco Golf, Sam Heung Min, Peter Finch, Micah Morris, Ryan Ruffels, Josh Kelley & Chance Taylor. How could putting all of these creators together in one place be anything less than great? Listen and find out. Next Frank updates his golf journey where his ailing sand game has magically healed but everything else is falling apart. I would love to hear from you, email me at: Breaking80over50@gmail.com All music provided by Epidemic Sound. Check out the YGT videos: https://youtu.be/cLxS8bbBJNg?si=qAiAVop6uU32PApk https://youtu.be/HPrvp-vJvTA?si=WZQzm9GPiPbBAIcH https://youtu.be/lrRgWV-Pj9Y?si=QUZTTm_Jp8NCq65l

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Too Hot for Golf? And Tips & Tricks for a Better Short Game

It's 4th of July weekend and the heat is unbearable in South Florida. Hot or not, Frank gets out for three rounds in three days. While he struggles with ball striking, the short game has come a long way and keeps the big numbers off the card. Improving around the greens hasn't been easy but Frank shares some tips and tricks for improving chipping, pitching and putting. Feel free to say hi! Email me at: Breaking80over50@gmail.com All music provided by Epidemic Sound.

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Is The Quest Over? Breaking 80 Is In Play!

As we reach the halfway point of 2026, it seemed like a good time to bring new listeners up to speed on the journey so far. After a quick flashback intro, Frank returns to the present to discuss the kickoff of the YGT and recaps an interesting weekend on the golf course. Is the quest to Break 80 over? Tune in to find out. I would love to hear from you! Email me at Breaking80over50@gmail.com All music provided by Epidemic Sound Watch the first episode of the YGT: https://youtu.be/cLxS8bbBJNg?si=RmncZfHoahToQ9VX

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Wyndham Wins and a Timely Golf Lesson from and Unlikely Source

The latest podcast episode dives deep into the thrilling challenges of the US Open at Shinnecock, where the world's best golfers faced a grueling test of their skills. Highlighting Wyndham Clark's win as a testament to perseverance, the episode reflects on how the tournament pushes players to confront their limitations. The discussion extends to personal golfing experiences, particularly the oppressive South Florida heat, which turns a regular round into an endurance event. The host underscores the importance of mental fortitude and consistency on the course, drawing lessons from an inspiring round with a seasoned golfer named Deborah. I would love to hear from you! Email me at: Breaking80over50@gmail.com All music provided by Epidemic Sound

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Everyday Golf Psychology, Practical Advice for Golfers at Every Level. An Interview with Jared Tendler

On this week's episode, Frank welcomes Jared Tendler to the podcast to discuss his new book: Everyday Gold Psychology; Practical Advice for Golfers at Every Level. This show has it all. In addition to mental game tips Jared delivers a unique perspective on the physicality and athleticism required to play better golf. Plenty of tips and tricks are shared around making the game more fun and tying progress to more than just handicap or score. I would love to hear from you. Email me at: Breaking80over50@gmail.com Let's support Jared! Order his book on his site or on Amazon, links below: https://jaredtendler.com/ https://a.co/d/04iHRXjV All Music Provided By Epidemic Sound

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May Golf Recap and The Final Verdict on Golftec Golf Lessons

This week Frank recaps the god and the bad from his May rounds of golf and then talks about what he needs to work on in his golf game to make the next leap forward. Does this plan include Golftec? Tun in to find out. I would love to hear from you, email me at: Breaking80over50@gmail.com Check out Boca Greens the worst golf course in Florida: https://youtu.be/k4JqIrcLT8k?si=26R8UyCDmTj88utd Enjoy the invention of golf by Robin Williams: https://youtu.be/14NQIq4SrmY?si=tC9JS68gCUVN67Pe All music provided by Epidemic Sound

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Forget the Perfect Golf Swing, Impact is King an interview with Grant Garrison

In this episode Frank welcomes Grant Garrison to the show. We start out answering a listener question about aging and golf and then wind our way through quite a few things, like focusing on how a golf swing looks as opposed to if it creates better impact conditions. We talk chipping, putting, technology and what to look for in golf instruction. I would love to hear from you, email me at: Breaking80over50@gmail.com All music provided by Epidemic Sound Check out the Grant Garrison YouTube channel, Pure Impact Golf: The Over-50 Golf Reset https://youtu.be/C1gSkERsO2k

Finding the 80s, Good Golf Returns Just in Time for Summer

This week Frank takes advantage of the Memorial Day Holiday to get in three rounds of golf. In need of a break, he just can't seem to find one as work interrupts the first round of the weekend. After straightening things out, he weathers a frustrating Golftec lesson, leaves the work challenges behind and breaks out of a slump to end the holiday weekend on a high note, playing good golf and looking forward to summer run towards Breaking 80. Reach out and say hi! Email me at: Breaking80over50@gmail.com All music provided by Epidemic Sound

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Aaron Rai Conquers Aronimink and Back Pain Creeps Into My Golf Game

This podcast episode delves into the recent PGA Championship, celebrating Aaron Rai's remarkable win at the challenging Aronimink course. Frank shares personal anecdotes of golfing struggles and triumphs, including his battle with back pain and surprising performance on the greens. Listeners are treated to insights into the psychological aspects of the game, exemplified by Alex Smalley's journey from leading to clinching second place. Questions, comments? Say hi at: Breaking80over50@gmail.com All music provided by Epidemic Sound

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Three Putt Party and The Tornado Round

In this episode, Frank discusses a weekend filled with golfing highs and lows, from promising starts to disappointing finishes. The narrative weaves through the complexities of maintaining a low score, the significance of practice, and the reality of finding time amidst life's other commitments. Through the recounting of rounds played, lessons learned, and the quest for putting excellence, the episode captures the essence of a golfer's challenges. It serves as a reflection on how each round presents new opportunities for growth despite facing familiar obstacles. I would love to hear from you. Email me at: Breaking80over50@gmail.com All music provided by Epidemic Sound

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PGA at Doral, Your Golf Tour is Born, Liv on Life Support and My April Recap

In this episode, Frank dives into the latest happenings in the golf world, focusing on the PGA Tour's return to Doral and Cameron Young's win over Scottie Scheffler. Meanwhile, LIV Golf faces a challenging future as its backing from the Saudi Investment Fund dwindles. With $6 billion already spent, questions arise about the league's sustainability. Frank also highlights a new YouTube-driven golf league featuring content creators, which could potentially reshape the golf entertainment landscape. While discussing his personal golf struggles, Frank also reflects on the evolving world of golf and what lies ahead for both professional and amateur players. I would love to hear from you. Email me at Breaking80over50@gmail.com All Music Provided by Epidemic Sound. Win This Video Play on The PGA Tour: https://youtu.be/xYhWvhvp0sM?si=fK52JDHkiCQ8l8LT Your Golf Tour: https://youtu.be/jSUJOB95yTo?si=O7ftWCDzJtO07CoY

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When the Elephant Wins, Fighting Frustration on the Course

Frank returns with his 23rd episode and can’t believe he has made it this far. The golf journey continues with quite a bit of good golf surrounding a moment of total frustration. He shares a story about the rider and the elephant and explains how the battle between his rational and emotional sides played out on the course. He also discusses putting a new metric in place to highlight the importance of the short game in golf. I would love to hear from you, email me at: Breaking80over50@gmail.com All music provided by Epidemic Sound Switch, How to Change When Change is Hard: https://a.co/d/0f9RZ58T

Timeless Golf Mindset Lessons from a 30-Year-Old Book

In this episode of the podcast, Frank delves into the often-overlooked mental aspects of golf, inspired by Dr. Bob Rotella's book 'Golf is Not a Game of Perfect.' The host discusses how golfers often hold themselves to high expectations, leading to frustration and self-critique. By focusing on the joy of the game and fostering a trusting mentality, golfers can perform better and enjoy the process. The episode also touches on practical tips for building confidence, such as pre-round routines and shifting focus from mechanics to target-oriented strategies during play. I would love to hear from you: Breaking80over50@gmail.com All music provided by Epidemic Sound Golf Is Not a Game of Perfect: https://a.co/d/006Xvy5D

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