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
Swing Thoughts 276 for January 15, 2025 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:45
GSL and Coach Tim begin the first Swing Thoughts of 2025 and 10th year of the podcast exhorting how giving yourself “grace” is a key to performance in golf and in anything, and they review the new TGL extravaganza, and r…
Swing Thoughts 275 for December 20, 2024 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:54
With episode #275, we conclude our ninth year and the 2024 season by delving into GSL’s yoga deep dive, lessons learned from his season of balance, and how trying less and developing a mission—as per Coach Tim’s new book…
Swing Thoughts 274 for December 2, 2024 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:33:11
On the penultimate episode of the 2024 season, GSL and Coach Tim disclose that they’re doing just fine that the official golf season is over, discuss the growth of sim golf, and Tim’s recent ManKind Project weekend. This…
Swing Thoughts 273 for October 26, 2024 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:39
On this episode, GSL and coach Tim explore the challenges and beauty of late season golf, and Tim reports that his new book is getting nice reviews. As always, brought you by TaylorMade Golf Canada and Oscar Bravo.
Swing Thoughts 272 for October 4, 2024 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:19
On episode #272, GSL and Coach Tim explore the wisdom of detachment—although Tim’s Dad had a different phrase for it—in Tim’s new book and how GSL put it into practice. As always, brought to you by TaylorMade Golf Canada…
Swing Thoughts 271 for September 21, 2024 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:44
It’s... Alive! Coach Tim’s long—very long—awaited new book, Getting Unstuck: Seven Transformational Practices for Golf Nerds is finally done and available on Amazon. GSL and Tim explore how our unspoken thoughts and unco…
Swing Thoughts 270 for September 15, 2024 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:49
The Fall Series begins with a special appearance from TJ Atley, the founder and head coach of the Zone Golf Academy in Vancouver. She brings over 35 years of Pro golf experience to help players young and old to be their…
Swing Thoughts 269 for August 30, 2024 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:58
It's the season ending episode and it's full of good, goofy, golf wisdom. Coach Tim gets great feedback from a recent article, GSL gets to hang with Ernie Els and Chris DeMarco and some great takeaways from the end of Se…
Swing Thoughts 268 for August 23, 2024 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:26
Well it had to happen. After 268 episodes we finally screwed up a recording and so we are proud to present...a Swing Thoughts mulligan! Coach Tim and GSL talk about the "lost episode" as well we meet Joyful Golfer Mazen…
Swing Thoughts 267 for August 16, 2024 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:22
On the latest episode we welcome back FOS and all around great guy Dr. Karl Morris back for another round of big-brained golf wisdom. GSL and Coach Tim get good from the good Dr around the ideas of resistance, the cravin…