The Missing Links Golf Show

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The Missing Links Golf Show follows two guys in their early 50s with plenty of life experience, unfinished business, and one ambitious goal: to qualify for and compete in the NSW Amateur Senior Golf Championship. Each week, Steve and Andy share the highs, the lows, and the lessons from their pursuit of better golf. But this isn't just a golf podcast. It's about what happens when you decide you're not done yet. From practice sessions and tournament rounds to sports psychology, coaching, equipment, and the mental battles we all face, they explore how the game reflects life—and how the lessons learned away from the course can make you a better golfer. Whether you're chasing a lower handicap, a bigger goal, or simply proof that your best days aren't behind you, this is the journey for you.

  1. 3 days ago

    Ep. 137 It Felt Like Golf

    This week Steve takes us through his recent round with Super Coach Matt. The good, the bad and the lessons learned along the way. But before all of that we hear the boys' view on the recent test cricket series between Australia and Bangladesh and we also have an update on the July results for The Missing Links Golf Show Yearly Championship. So strap yourselves in and get ready to rock out because this time. It felt like golf!  Join the fun by entering The Missing Links Yearly Championship to compete with Steve, Andy and other Pilgrims from all across the world. Just join the Podcast Facebook Group to register your interest: https://www.facebook.com/groups/799518259034661 If you've got your own tips to improve then we'd love to hear them too! Just hit the send us a text message button or find us through any of the links below: You can now also watch the video version of all our episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMissingLinksGolfShow Contact us directly via email: themissinglinksgolfshow@gmail.com For more content and to keep up to date, follow the show on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/themissinglinksgolfshow Don't forget to join the members group! Don't forget to join the private members group to join the conversation. Follow us on X: @TMLGolfShow https://twitter.com/TMLGolfShow Or on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/missinglinksgolf/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  2. 19 Aug

    Ep. 136 The Velocity of Your Game

    Andy Walker heads back to one of his old junior stomping grounds for the Mollymook Senior Amateur — and discovers that while the scorecard says 79, the story is considerably more positive. After a week of preparation, some last-minute advice from former LPGA Tour player Wendy Doolan and a promising range session, Andy arrives at Mollymook feeling confident. Then the nerves kick in. There are snap hooks, unlucky bounces, slow greens, a cricket-ball-quality collision with a course stake and a few questionable club-selection decisions. But there are also plenty of signs that the game is moving in the right direction. The boys dig into why the score isn't always the best measure of how well you've played, the importance of staying in the fight when things aren't going your way, and their favourite concept of the "velocity" of your game — not just where your game is, but the direction and speed in which it's moving. There's also a deep dive into putting. Andy discusses his new putter, why he's finally starting to feel confident over longer putts, and the fascinating discovery that what your eyes tell you about your putting alignment may not be what is actually happening. And, naturally, there are some important questions: Why didn't Andy hit driver? What exactly constitutes a "stinger"? And how many times can you hit a snap hook before you finally admit there's a problem? The episode finishes with some exciting news: Andy has entered three more senior amateur events, all qualifiers for the NSW Senior Open. The pilgrimage continues. Join the fun by entering The Missing Links Yearly Championship to compete with Steve, Andy and other Pilgrims from all across the world. Just join the Podcast Facebook Group to register your interest: https://www.facebook.com/groups/799518259034661 If you've got your own tips to improve then we'd love to hear them too! Just hit the send us a text message button or find us through any of the links below: You can now also watch the video version of all our episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMissingLinksGolfShow Contact us directly via email: themissinglinksgolfshow@gmail.com For more content and to keep up to date, follow the show on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/themissinglinksgolfshow Don't forget to join the members group! Don't forget to join the private members group to join the conversation. Follow us on X: @TMLGolfShow https://twitter.com/TMLGolfShow Or on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/missinglinksgolf/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  3. 12 Aug

    Ep. 135 The Putter Doesn't Lie

    Steve and Andy dive deep into the numbers behind Andy’s latest putting transformation, following a coaching session with Andrew Dote and a Sam PuttLab analysis of the new LAB DF3 Sweeper. The results are revealing. Andy’s new putter has dramatically improved his consistency and face stability, particularly on longer putts—but the data also exposes some new problems. He’s consistently hitting the putter on an outside-in path, producing what might be described as a remarkably reliable collection of baby fades. The boys unpack face aim, face rotation, impact position, launch angle, forward press, acceleration and the eternal battle between feel and real. They also explore why the right equipment matters: a club fitting won’t magically fix your golf swing, but the wrong equipment can make improvement almost impossible. And there’s a bigger lesson in the data. Knowing what you actually do, rather than what you think you do, changes the way you practise. Then Steve shares a brief update of a round with his new coach, Matt—a round that provides a perfect demonstration of another Missing Links principle. One bad shot doesn't have to become a bad round. Finally, the weather turns nasty, the temperature drops, the rain arrives, and the boys find themselves asking the question every golfer has asked at some point: Why do we do this? Fortunately, there might just be a song about it. Join the fun by entering The Missing Links Yearly Championship to compete with Steve, Andy and other Pilgrims from all across the world. Just join the Podcast Facebook Group to register your interest: https://www.facebook.com/groups/799518259034661 If you've got your own tips to improve then we'd love to hear them too! Just hit the send us a text message button or find us through any of the links below: You can now also watch the video version of all our episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMissingLinksGolfShow Contact us directly via email: themissinglinksgolfshow@gmail.com For more content and to keep up to date, follow the show on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/themissinglinksgolfshow Don't forget to join the members group! Don't forget to join the private members group to join the conversation. Follow us on X: @TMLGolfShow https://twitter.com/TMLGolfShow Or on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/missinglinksgolf/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  4. 6 Aug

    Ep. 134 It Gets Ugly Before It Gets Better

    Steve has officially found a coach. In this episode, Matt Woodbridge returns to the show—but this time with a very different role. After months of searching for someone who could provide more than another swing tip, Steve begins what he hopes will be a long-term coaching journey towards scratch golf. Rather than immediately changing mechanics, Matt starts by asking bigger questions: Where do you actually want to get to? What kind of golfer are you trying to become? What part of your game would you fix if you could only choose one? The answers aren't as simple as they seem. The guys dive into why most coaching stops at the symptoms instead of addressing the causes, why data can sometimes challenge what you think your weaknesses are, and how real improvement requires commitment long before the scorecard shows it. Later, they unpack the first technical changes from Steve's initial practice session—including two setup adjustments that immediately transformed his five iron from a leaking 150-metre fade into a solid 170-plus metre strike. But perhaps the biggest lesson wasn't technical at all... Sometimes the swing has to feel completely wrong before it becomes right. It's an honest conversation about coaching, trust, patience and the uncomfortable reality that meaningful improvement often gets worse before it gets better. Rock Factor The episode finishes with the debut of Steve's new original song inspired by the coaching journey—a fitting reminder that the biggest breakthroughs often begin with the discomfort of change. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Join the fun by entering The Missing Links Yearly Championship to compete with Steve, Andy and other Pilgrims from all across the world. Just join the Podcast Facebook Group to register your interest: https://www.facebook.com/groups/799518259034661 If you've got your own tips to improve then we'd love to hear them too! Just hit the send us a text message button or find us through any of the links below: You can now also watch the video version of all our episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMissingLinksGolfShow Contact us directly via email: themissinglinksgolfshow@gmail.com For more content and to keep up to date, follow the show on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/themissinglinksgolfshow Don't forget to join the members group! Don't forget to join the private members group to join the conversation. Follow us on X: @TMLGolfShow https://twitter.com/TMLGolfShow Or on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/missinglinksgolf/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  5. 28 Jul

    Ep. 133 When Going Low Get's Hard

    Send us Fan Mail What happens when you suddenly find yourself four under par after nine holes? This week Steve and Andy welcome back fan favourite Mick Patterson for an episode that starts with an ordinary competition round before taking an unexpected turn into one of the most fascinating mental game discussions we've had on the show. Mick shares the story of a practice round where, despite arriving underprepared and without his usual routine, he found himself four under through the front nine. The conversation explores what changes when you're playing better than you've ever played before—and why closing out great rounds is often harder than creating them. The boys unpack: Why trying to hit the ball harder often makes you hit it shorter.How tempo and rhythm unlocked Mick's best ball-striking.The challenge of staying present when your score starts getting your attention.Practical techniques for returning to the moment using breathing, awareness and your senses.Why learning to be uncomfortable is part of becoming a better golfer.Later in the episode, Mick introduces his new golf simulator business, discussing everything from designing the perfect home setup to avoiding costly mistakes when building your own indoor practice space. To find out more about home golf simulators, contact Mick via 0410721864 or email mick@thesimstudio.com.au And of course, Golf Rock returns with another original song—this time dedicated to Andy Walker's long-running battle with Kooindah's infamous 13th hole. If you've ever wondered why your best golf disappears just when it matters most, this episode is for you. In This Episode Thursday's less-than-memorable competition round.Mick's remarkable four-under front nine.Why tempo beats effort.The psychology of protecting a great score.Flow state versus analytical thinking.Using your senses to stay present.Breathing techniques for pressure situations.Why experience is the key to learning how to go low.Inside Mick Patterson's new golf simulator business.Golf Rock: The 13th Owns Me.Quote of the Week "Stop thinking and come to your senses."Pilgrim's Challenge The next time you feel pressure building during a round, don't fight it. Instead, bring your attention back to something real: Feel your feet on the ground.Feel your hands on the club.Notice the trees moving.Listen to the birds.Take one slow, connected breath.Then simply play the next shot. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Join the fun by entering The Missing Links Yearly Championship to compete with Steve, Andy and other Pilgrims from all across the world. Just join the Podcast Facebook Group to register your interest: https://www.facebook.com/groups/799518259034661  If you've got your own tips to improve then we'd love to hear them too! Just hit the send us a text message button or find us through any of the links below:    You can now also watch the video version of all our episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMissingLinksGolfShow Contact us directly via email: themissinglinksgolfshow@gmail.com For more content and to keep up to date, follow the show on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/themissinglinksgolfshow  Don't forget to join the members group! Don't forget to join the private members group to join the conversation. Follow us on X: @TMLGolfShow https://twitter.com/TMLGolfShow  Or on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/missinglinksgolf/  For all episodes, check out the website:   https://themissinglinksgolfshow.buzzsprout.com/ Music credits: “King Around Here” by Alex Grohl. Free for use under the Pixabay Content License. “The 13th Owns Me” by The Missing Links Golf Show via Suno.com Join the fun by entering The Missing Links Yearly Championship to compete with Steve, Andy and other Pilgrims from all across the world. Just join the Podcast Facebook Group to register your interest: https://www.facebook.com/groups/799518259034661 If you've got your own tips to improve then we'd love to hear them too! Just hit the send us a text message button or find us through any of the links below: You can now also watch the video version of all our episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMissingLinksGolfShow Contact us directly via email: themissinglinksgolfshow@gmail.com For more content and to keep up to date, follow the show on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/themissinglinksgolfshow Don't forget to join the members group! Don't forget to join the private members group to join the conversation. Follow us on X: @TMLGolfShow https://twitter.com/TMLGolfShow Or on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/missinglinksgolf/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  6. 27 Jul

    Bonus: Golf Rock Volume 1

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the World's first "Golf Rock" album! All your favourite Missing Links songs are here in one place, so sit back, hit play, and... Rock Out Pilgrims! “Middle-Age Sporting Glory” by The Missing Links Golf Show via Suno.com “Short Game” by The Missing Links Golf Show via Suno.com “The Bomber and The Short Gamer” by The Missing Links Golf Show via Suno.com “Helluva Game” by Matt Woodbridge via Suno.com “Find My Missing Links” by The Missing Links Golf Show via Suno.com “The Missing Links Blues” by The Missing Links Golf Show via Suno.com “Clubs Are Loaded” by The Missing Links Golf Show via Suno.com “Golf Weekend Away” by The Missing Links Golf Show via Suno.com “War Inside My Mind” by The Missing Links Golf Show via Suno.com “19th Hole Prophet” by The Missing Links Golf Show via Suno.com “Golfing Pilgrimage” by The Missing Links Golf Show via Suno.com “Ode to LIV” by The Missing Links Golf Show via Suno.com “The 13th Owns Me” by The Missing Links Golf Show via Suno.com Join the fun by entering The Missing Links Yearly Championship to compete with Steve, Andy and other Pilgrims from all across the world. Just join the Podcast Facebook Group to register your interest: https://www.facebook.com/groups/799518259034661 If you've got your own tips to improve then we'd love to hear them too! Just hit the send us a text message button or find us through any of the links below: You can now also watch the video version of all our episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMissingLinksGolfShow Contact us directly via email: themissinglinksgolfshow@gmail.com For more content and to keep up to date, follow the show on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/themissinglinksgolfshow Don't forget to join the members group! Don't forget to join the private members group to join the conversation. Follow us on X: @TMLGolfShow https://twitter.com/TMLGolfShow Or on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/missinglinksgolf/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  7. 21 Jul

    Ep. 132 Playing to Win: Ryan Fox's Major Masterclass

    Send us Fan Mail The final major of the year delivered everything—brilliant golf, controversial rulings, unforgettable moments and one of the best displays of championship composure you'll see. This week Steve and Andy unpack Ryan Fox's remarkable victory at Royal Birkdale, discussing the mindset that separates champions from contenders. They examine the crucial decisions that won Fox the Claret Jug, why one bogey may have been the best bogey of the week, and what every club golfer can learn from his fearless approach down the closing stretch. The conversation also tackles Bryson DeChambeau's rules controversy, Scottie Scheffler's fortunate break, the future of LIV Golf, and whether Australia deserves to host a major championship. Plus, they review the performances of the Australians, discuss the rise of Sam Burns and Cameron Young, analyse the latest Strokes Gained data, and ask whether the Australian Open really should be considered golf's "fifth major." In this episode:  Ryan Fox's fearless mindset on the closing holes  Why "playing to win" beats playing not to lose  The incredible bogey that kept Fox's tournament alive  Bryson DeChambeau's penalty and the fallout that followed  Scottie Scheffler's controversial free drop  What Sam Burns showed despite another near miss  Cameron Young continues knocking on the major championship door  Adam Scott, Lucas Herbert and the Australian contingent  Does LIV Golf still have a future?  Should Australia host a rotating major championship?  The latest Strokes Gained insights from Royal Birkdale  Why acceptance may be the ultimate competitive advantage Whether you're chasing scratch golf or simply trying to play with more freedom, this episode is packed with lessons that reach well beyond The Open. Listener Question When was the last time you truly played to win instead of playing not to lose? Share your thoughts with us on Facebook or Instagram—we'd love to feature some of your responses in a future episode. If you're enjoying The Missing Links Golf Show, please leave a five-star review and share the podcast with another golfer searching for their own Missing Links. Because the journey to middle-aged sporting glory is always better together. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Join the fun by entering The Missing Links Yearly Championship to compete with Steve, Andy and other Pilgrims from all across the world. Just join the Podcast Facebook Group to register your interest: https://www.facebook.com/groups/799518259034661  If you've got your own tips to improve then we'd love to hear them too! Just hit the send us a text message button or find us through any of the links below:    You can now also watch the video version of all our episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMissingLinksGolfShow Contact us directly via email: themissinglinksgolfshow@gmail.com For more content and to keep up to date, follow the show on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/themissinglinksgolfshow  Don't forget to join the members group! Don't forget to join the private members group to join the conversation. Follow us on X: @TMLGolfShow https://twitter.com/TMLGolfShow  Or on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/missinglinksgolf/  For all episodes, check out the website:   https://themissinglinksgolfshow.buzzsprout.com/ Music credits: “King Around Here” by Alex Grohl. Free for use under the Pixabay Content License. “Ode to LIV” by The Missing Links Golf Show via Suno.com Join the fun by entering The Missing Links Yearly Championship to compete with Steve, Andy and other Pilgrims from all across the world. Just join the Podcast Facebook Group to register your interest: https://www.facebook.com/groups/799518259034661 If you've got your own tips to improve then we'd love to hear them too! Just hit the send us a text message button or find us through any of the links below: You can now also watch the video version of all our episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMissingLinksGolfShow Contact us directly via email: themissinglinksgolfshow@gmail.com For more content and to keep up to date, follow the show on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/themissinglinksgolfshow Don't forget to join the members group! Don't forget to join the private members group to join the conversation. Follow us on X: @TMLGolfShow https://twitter.com/TMLGolfShow Or on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/missinglinksgolf/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  8. 15 Jul

    Ep. 131 The Pilgrimage Gets Serious: Inside Andy's Putting Revolution

    Send us Fan Mail The golfing pilgrimage takes another major step this week. Before diving into golf, Steve and Andy wrap up the State of Origin decider, celebrate a Blues victory and debate the biggest talking points from the series—including bunker decisions, fingernails, Cameron Smith's post-match commentary and whether Queensland really "understands Origin." Back on the fairways, listener feedback clears up Andy's confusion over the Rules of Golf and the mysterious "general area," before the monthly Missing Links Championship results are decided with another dramatic appearance from the Dice of Truth. The main event is Andy's deep dive into improving his putting. After seeking out former tour professional Andrew Dodt for coaching, Andy undergoes a full SAM PuttLab analysis that exposes exactly what's happening during his stroke. The data confirms long-held suspicions, uncovers several surprises and ultimately leads to a big equipment decision that could transform his game. Steve and Andy discuss why understanding your own tendencies is more important than copying someone else's technique, and why the right equipment should work with your swing—not against it. To finish the episode, the boys debut another original golf rock anthem celebrating every golfer's journey: Golfing Pilgrimage. Question of the Week Have you ever had a proper club or putter fitting that completely changed your game? Or are you still fighting your equipment instead of letting it help you? Let us know in The Missing Links Golf Club on Facebook or send us a message—we'd love to hear your story. As always, if you're enjoying the show, please subscribe, leave us a review and share the podcast with your golfing mates. Every new pilgrim helps grow the community and keeps the journey rolling. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Join the fun by entering The Missing Links Yearly Championship to compete with Steve, Andy and other Pilgrims from all across the world. Just join the Podcast Facebook Group to register your interest: https://www.facebook.com/groups/799518259034661  If you've got your own tips to improve then we'd love to hear them too! Just hit the send us a text message button or find us through any of the links below:    You can now also watch the video version of all our episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMissingLinksGolfShow Contact us directly via email: themissinglinksgolfshow@gmail.com For more content and to keep up to date, follow the show on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/themissinglinksgolfshow  Don't forget to join the members group! Don't forget to join the private members group to join the conversation. Follow us on X: @TMLGolfShow https://twitter.com/TMLGolfShow  Or on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/missinglinksgolf/  For all episodes, check out the website:   https://themissinglinksgolfshow.buzzsprout.com/ Music credits: “King Around Here” by Alex Grohl. Free for use under the Pixabay Content License. “Golfing Pilgrimage” by The Missing Links Golf Show via Suno.com  Join the fun by entering The Missing Links Yearly Championship to compete with Steve, Andy and other Pilgrims from all across the world. Just join the Podcast Facebook Group to register your interest: https://www.facebook.com/groups/799518259034661 If you've got your own tips to improve then we'd love to hear them too! Just hit the send us a text message button or find us through any of the links below: You can now also watch the video version of all our episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMissingLinksGolfShow Contact us directly via email: themissinglinksgolfshow@gmail.com For more content and to keep up to date, follow the show on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/themissinglinksgolfshow Don't forget to join the members group! Don't forget to join the private members group to join the conversation. Follow us on X: @TMLGolfShow https://twitter.com/TMLGolfShow Or on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/missinglinksgolf/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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The Missing Links Golf Show follows two guys in their early 50s with plenty of life experience, unfinished business, and one ambitious goal: to qualify for and compete in the NSW Amateur Senior Golf Championship. Each week, Steve and Andy share the highs, the lows, and the lessons from their pursuit of better golf. But this isn't just a golf podcast. It's about what happens when you decide you're not done yet. From practice sessions and tournament rounds to sports psychology, coaching, equipment, and the mental battles we all face, they explore how the game reflects life—and how the lessons learned away from the course can make you a better golfer. Whether you're chasing a lower handicap, a bigger goal, or simply proof that your best days aren't behind you, this is the journey for you.

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  • Creator
    Missing Links Golf
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    137
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 The Missing Links Golf Show
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