Episode 3 - A Conversation with Shane Lowry

In our third episode, Jarlath Regan speaks with professional golfer and proud Offaly man Shane Lowry. In 2009, Shane became the Irish Open champion, making history as the third amateur ever to win on the European Tour, and bursting onto the professional scene just after. Some of Shane’s career highlights include winning the 2019 Open Championship at Royal Portrush, as well as his Ryder Cup debut as a member of Team Europe in 2021.

In this episode, Jarlath speaks to Shane about the ups and downs of the game, as well as his experiences both on and off the golf course. They talk about Shane's experiences with professional burnout, managing negative self-talk, coping with change, the power of gratitude and balancing work and home life. They also chat about the importance of physical wellbeing and staying accountable while training, as well as exploring some of Shane’s greatest and most challenging moments in his life, both on and off the golf course. From sports psychology to superstitions, Shane and Jarlath’s entertaining and uplifting conversation has something for everyone.

Books mentioned during the conversation:

The Chimp Paradox by Professor Steve Peters: https://chimpmanagement.com/books-by-professor-steve-peters/the-chimp-paradox/