The Pure Drive Golf Podcast

Adam Kolloff and Brian Dunleavy
  • 4.9 (43)
  • Golf
  • Updated Biweekly

The Pure Drive Golf staff, hosted by Brian Dunleavy, give their thoughts and opinions on all things golf. Instructrion, equipment, courses, tournament play, PGA Tour news, and all things in the golf world are frequent topics discuseed. 

  1. 5d ago

    Speed Training

    This week on the Pure Drive Podcast, Brian Dunleavy goes into a deep dive on one of golf's hottest topics: club speed. Brian shares the lessons he learned along the way on his club speed journey.  The episode also covers the biggest factors that actually help golfers hit the ball farther. He also discusses speed training protocols, equipment considerations, and common misconceptions about distance.

    49 min

  2. Jun 22

    Brian Dunleavy's Massachusetts Dream 18

    This week on the Pure Drive Podcast, Brian Dunlevy creates his ultimate "Dream 18" using only golf holes from courses across Massachusetts. From iconic private clubs like Myopia, The Country Club, Essex County Club, and Old Sandwich to public gems like George Wright, William J. Devine, and Granite Links, Brian carefully assembles a layout featuring his favorite holes, memorable tournament moments, stunning views, and some of the most demanding green complexes in the state. Whether you've played these courses or are building your own Dream 18 from the couch, this episode is a deep dive into some of the best golf Massachusetts has to offer.

    42 min

  3. Jun 15

    Competitive Junior and Collegiate Golf ft. Athan Goulos

    This week on the Pure Drive Podcast, Brian Dunlevy is joined by Pure Drive Golf instructor Athan Goulos to discuss the development of competitive junior golfers and what it takes to play golf at the collegiate level. They recap the inaugural Pure Drive Junior Academy, a 12-week winter program designed to help aspiring tournament players continue improving throughout the offseason. Brian and Athan break down the unique challenges of coaching competitive juniors. They also dive into their college golf lives, sharing their personal experiences, discussing the scoring levels typically required for Division I, II, and III programs, and offering advice for juniors navigating the recruiting process.  Plus, the guys preview the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills, discuss their expectations for scoring, debate some of the game's biggest names, and make their picks for the year's toughest major championship.

    42 min

  4. Jun 9

    Our Favorite Golf Drills + Playing Shinnecock Hills ft. Adam Kolloff

    This week on the Pure Drive Podcast, Brian Dunlevy and Adam Koloff break down some of their favorite golf drills and explain how the right drill can help golfers make lasting swing changes. From improving club path and clubface control to better sequencing, weight shift, and impact mechanics, the team shares practical drills they use every day with students at Pure Drive. The crew also discusses the upcoming U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills, Nelly Korda’s U.S. Women's Open victory, and their picks for the RBC Canadian Open.

    52 min

  5. Jun 2

    Beginner & Junior Golfers + Our Favorite Golf Logos ft. Evan Gagnon

    This week on the Pure Drive Podcast, Brian is joined by Pure Drive instructor and  Evan Gagnen to discuss one of the fastest-growing areas of the game: junior golf and beginner golf. The guys dive into the benefits of PGA Junior League, why the team format helps kids develop confidence, and how parents can introduce their children to golf in a fun and positive way.  They also discuss what beginner golfers can expect from their first lesson, the most common mistakes new players make. We also hit on our favorite golf course logos, hat collections, Masters ticket applications, and the crew's picks for this week's Memorial Tournament.

    40 min

  6. May 26

    Club Fitting & Issues With Modern Golf Club Technology

    This week on the Pure Drive Podcast, it’s just Brian and Bryan for a deep dive into all things club fitting, equipment trends, and the current state of golf gear.  They also get into Brian’s early experience with the new Titleist GT driver lineup, and then shifts into a full breakdown of modern irons and fitting philosophy.  Why lofts have gotten dramatically stronger over the years, and why many golfers are actually playing irons that are too strong for their game.  Later in the episode, the guys react to the leaked PGA Tour player survey discussing distance, golf ball rollback, and the future of professional golf equipment.

    45 min

  7. May 19

    Why Do I Suck At Golf? + PGA Championship Recap

    On this week’s episode of the Pure Drive Podcast, Brian Dunleavy and Adam Kolloff down Aaron Rai’s PGA Championship victory, debate the major championship setup, and discuss why LIV golfers suddenly seem motivated again. The crew also recaps Brian’s latest U.S. Open qualifier and dives into the putting struggles that can make or break tournament golf. The main topic this week: “Why Do I Suck at Golf?” The guys break down the biggest reasons amateur golfers struggle including, poor fundamentals, setup mistakes, and bad practice habits. They also share some of their favorite drills for putting, contact, and improving consistency both on the range and on the course.

    44 min

  8. May 11

    PGA Championship Preview + Breaking 80

    This week on the Pure Drive Podcast, Brian is joined by Pure Drive staff member Max Todisco. The guys dive into tournament golf, pressure putting, and the brutal reality of early-season golf in New England. Brian breaks down his Mass Open qualifier at Black Rock, where elite ball striking was overshadowed by 37 putts and a painful lesson on distance control. With a US Open local qualifier coming up at Berkshire Hills, the crew talks tournament nerves, why putting becomes exponentially harder under pressure, and how aerated greens make preparing for competitive golf nearly impossible this time of year. Then the spotlight turns to Max’s season-long challenge: breaking 80 before the end of the year to “keep his job” at Pure Drive. The crew discusses course management, avoiding blow-up holes, and why confidence may be the key to finally getting it done. To wrap things up, the guys preview the PGA Championship at Aronimink, and give their picks for the tournament.

    45 min
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The Pure Drive Golf staff, hosted by Brian Dunleavy, give their thoughts and opinions on all things golf. Instructrion, equipment, courses, tournament play, PGA Tour news, and all things in the golf world are frequent topics discuseed. 

Information

  • Creator
    Adam Kolloff and Brian Dunleavy
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    31
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Pure Drive Golf Podcast
  • Show Website
    The Pure Drive Golf Podcast

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