Swing Thoughts 316 for May 8, 2026

Swing Thoughts 316 for May 8, 2026

Author: The Sonar Network May 8, 2026 Duration: 52:32
GSL and Coach Tim follow-up our popular Fred Shoemaker podcast by examining how you can enjoy more freedom and develop mastery by exploring what’s possible instead of focusing on results. Sponsored by TaylorMade Canada, makers of the new Qi4D Driver.
GSL is also co-host of the legendary Humble & Fred Show.  
Check out Coach Tim on www.oconnorgolf.ca. Read his blog at toconnor.substack.com.
For a free one-on-one coaching session with Coach Tim, send an email to tim@oconnorgolf.ca.


























Hosted by The Sonar Network, Swing Thoughts explores the often overlooked inner game of golf. This isn't a technical breakdown of swing mechanics or equipment reviews. Instead, each conversation delves into the psychology, the pressures, and the unspoken mental challenges every golfer faces, from the weekend warrior to the touring professional. Guided by golf expert Tim O'Connor and Humble Howard Glassman, the podcast creates an engaging space where the mental hurdles of the game are openly discussed and dissected. Listeners will find a blend of personal anecdotes, practical strategies for overcoming frustration and maintaining focus, and insightful commentary on the mindset required to play better and enjoy the game more. The discussions are grounded in real experience, offering relatable perspectives that go far beyond simple tips. Tuning into this podcast feels like eavesdropping on a thoughtful conversation between two knowledgeable friends at the nineteenth hole, where the topic always returns to what happens between the ears before, during, and after a shot. It's for anyone who has ever stood over a putt and felt their confidence waver, or who wants to understand how the mental landscape directly shapes performance on the course. Swing Thoughts builds on the idea that great audio is a theater for the mind, making a show about golf's mental side a perfect fit.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Swing Thoughts
Podcast Episodes
Show 177 9-3-2021 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:14:13
It's a busy show as GSL and Coach Tim welcome golf Pysch guy and recent Canadian Mid-Am Champ Charles Fitzsimmons to talk breathing as a way to lower scores. As well we get all geeky with TaylorMade's Product Development…
Show 176 8-27-2021 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:20:33
On this episode GSL and Coach Tim welcome Sam Jarman who talks about many aspects of the game and how our happiness is not tied to our scores and the 3 key questions of life and golf. Also Tim breaks down his Senior Am q…
Show 175 8-13-2021 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:12:09
On the latest ST Coach Tim and GSL break down some more competitive rounds of golf and focus on the Skills, Strategy and Scoring principles from the Pathways to Par philosophy! Tim reminds us to be present and GSL hums s…
Show 174 8-6-2021 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:49
On this episode GSL and Coach Tim talk to Author, blogger and Coach Adam Young about helping people improve through external cues to help them produce getter swings. Also a playing lesson and podcast reunion! As always b…
Show 173 7-23-2021 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:27:33
On the latest Swing Thought we welcome GSL's Brother David, smart guy and avid golfer to talk about the psychology of intentions and how they inform improvement. Coach Tim wins his Super Senior Club C's and has a nice mi…
Show 172 7-9-2021 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:17:18
On this show GSL and Coach Tim talk about improving your short game and putting as well getting ready for Tim's Club Championship by being an Advocate for your Own Game! Also GSL has another "Round of Significance"! As a…
Show 171 6-30-2021 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:21:44
On this episode GSL and Coach Tim talk about what being good at golf really means and why re-framing that can lead to lower scores no matter what handicap you have. Some post Club C stuff as well as how meditation and mi…
Show 170 6-25-2021 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:00
On the latest episode GSL and Coach Tim talk about the Bryson DeChameltdown, Mac Huges taking it all in stride and GSL introduces Pathways To Par, his new Golf Mental system based on Skills, Strategy and Scoring! It's ju…
Show 169 6-18-2021 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:17:02
On this latest Golf Nerd Journey GSL and Coach Tim welcome back FOS and Master Teaching Pro George McNamara who stresses awareness and discovering why you play and what you really want from golf. GSL discusses a 'round o…
Show 168 6-12-2021 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:42
On the latest edition of Swing Thoughts, GSL and Coach Tim talk about a chaos ridden round of Tim's. As well, more about expectations and lowering your scores this weekend, if you just listened to our show has always. Br…