Frankly Golf

The Fingerprint of Your Golf Ball

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 11:00:00 -0400

Learn more about the fingerprint of your golf ball.... enjoy this week's podcast from Frank and Valerie

Distance, Data and Decisions

Fri, 23 Oct 2020 11:00:00 -0400

This week Frank and Valerie discuss distance, data and decisions as more and more technology enters the game of golf. Enjoy!

Is Golf An Adventure?

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 16:00:00 -0400

In this week's Frankly Golf Podcast Frank and Valerie discuss the question "Is Golf an Adventure?" Please enjoy!

Spin on Short Game

Fri, 02 Oct 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Enjoy this week's discussion from Frank and Valerie covering the short game!

Distance and DeChambeau

Fri, 25 Sep 2020 12:00:00 -0400

In this week's podcast we reflect on last week's US Open, the approach of Bryson DeChambeau and distance issues facing the game. Please enjoy!

US Open 2020

Fri, 18 Sep 2020 11:00:00 -0400

Enjoy some US Open Stories with Frank and Valerie. Frank has attended over 30 US Opens over the years, so has some interesting insights to share!

You Can Shoot Your Age

Fri, 11 Sep 2020 10:00:00 -0400

In this week's podcast Frank and Valerie discuss their new book "You Can Shoot Your Age". Enjoy!

Distance and Driver Head Design

Fri, 04 Sep 2020 10:00:00 -0400

This week Frank and Valerie discuss distance and driver head design. They tackle impact, Coefficient of Restitution (COR), any new materials that may be used in future driver designs and where the keys to more distance might be found.

Golf in the Wind

Fri, 21 Aug 2020 11:00:00 -0400

This week Frank and Valerie discuss playing golf in the wind. The effect of the wind on the golf ball, some things to look for when judging the wind and the psychology of coping with the challenge that the wind presents. Please enjoy!

Simple Rules for Buying a Putter

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 10:00:00 -0400

In this week's Frankly Golf podcast Frank and Valerie discuss 12 simple rules for buying a putter. They cover what's important for you to consider so you can make a better decision. Enjoy!

All About Golf Shafts : Past, present, future

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 11:00:00 -0400

In this week's Frankly Golf Podcast Frank and Valerie discuss the golf shaft. They start with a look back at the golf shaft, then discuss Frank's invention of the graphite shaft and its benefits, then move onto discussing the future of golf shafts. Enjoy!

Buying New Golf Equipment? Some Simple Rules...

Fri, 31 Jul 2020 11:00:00 -0400

Frank and Valerie share some simple rules for buying golf equipment in this week's podcast...drivers, woods, hybrids, irons, putters, golf balls, wedges...there's something for everyone :)

What Makes a Golf Course Fun?

Fri, 24 Jul 2020 12:00:00 -0400

In this week's podcast Frank and Valerie discuss what makes a golf course fun (and what makes it not so fun!). Enjoy!

The Most Important Club?

Fri, 17 Jul 2020 12:00:00 -0400

In this week's Frankly Golf Podcast, Frank and Valerie discuss which of your clubs is the most important. Enjoy!

Technology in Golf and Life

Fri, 10 Jul 2020 09:00:00 -0400

In this week's podcast Frank and Valerie talk about the boom in technology and how it has influenced golf and our lives.

Secrets for Successful Green Reading

Fri, 03 Jul 2020 10:00:00 -0400

This week Frank and Valerie talk about some secrets for successful green reading. Please enjoy!

How to Build Confidence on the Green

Fri, 26 Jun 2020 10:00:00 -0400

In this week's podcast Frank and Valerie discuss how to build confidence on the green. Eliminate 3 putts and make more 3 footers!

How to Shoot Your Age!

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 17:00:00 -0400

Enjoy Frank and Valerie's podcast this week where they give great tips on how to shoot your age! Enjoy.

Driver Test: 2020 Driver vs 1969 Driver

Fri, 12 Jun 2020 08:00:00 -0400

In this podcast Frank and Valerie discuss the differences in their hitting test of a 2020 driver vs a 1969 driver. Enjoy!

Driver Designs for Distance

Fri, 05 Jun 2020 11:00:00 -0400

In this week's Podcast, Frank and Valerie discuss driver designs for distance over the years!

How Important are The Rules of Golf?

Fri, 29 May 2020 12:00:00 -0400

In this podcast, Frank and Valerie discuss the importance of the Rules of Golf, and their evolution

Distance Measuring Devices on Tour?

Fri, 22 May 2020 14:00:00 -0400

Should Distance Measuring Devices be used on Tour? Frank and Valerie discuss the evolution and history of these devices in this thoughtful podcast.

Are We Carrying Too Many Clubs?

Thu, 14 May 2020 14:00:00 -0400

In this week's podcast Frank and Valerie discuss the number of clubs we carry. Should we try playing with fewer clubs? Will it help our game? Please enjoy.

Caddies and Carts

Fri, 08 May 2020 14:00:00 -0400

In this week's podcast, Frank and Valerie discuss caddies and golf carts. Can they co-exist? Please enjoy listening.

Speed of Greens

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 17:00:00 -0400

In this podcast Frank and Valerie talk about Speed of Greens. Having introduced the Stimpmeter to the world of golf while he was with the USGA, Frank knows a thing or two about greens speeds. Learn about the introduction of the Stimpmeter, its benefits and the unintended consequences associated with the invention. How does green speed affect putting? Should you change putters for different green speeds? Should greens be made slower? Enjoy!

Are Golf Courses Too Long?

Thu, 23 Apr 2020 13:00:00 -0400

In this podcast Frank and Valerie explore the issue of golf course length, golf course design and the courses we enjoy to play. Please enjoy!

The Magic Golf Ball

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 14:00:00 -0400

In this week's podcast Frank and Valerie discuss the Magic Golf Ball. In this podcast they cover selecting a golf ball, golf ball fitting, the evolution and history of golf ball technology as well as golf ball distance and testing over the years. Please enjoy!

The Magic Golf Club

Wed, 08 Apr 2020 15:00:00 -0400

In this podcast, Frank Thomas and Valerie Melvin discuss The Magic Golf Club. How do you find it? What does it look like? and How Long Does the Magic Last? are just some of the questions addressed in this podcast. Please enjoy.

Frankly Golf: A Great Adventure Part 2

Thu, 02 Apr 2020 14:00:00 -0400

In this podcast Frank and Valerie discuss the development and story of Frankly Golf, which is celebrating 20 years! Learn more about the thinking behind and creation of all the Frankly Golf products and enjoy the adventure....

Frankly Golf: A Great Adventure Part 1

Sun, 22 Mar 2020 16:00:00 -0400

Frank and Valerie share the great adventure of Frankly Golf. This week we start at the beginning, with Frank's and his friend Malcolm Maidwell's voyage on their 25 foot yacht Banshee and their goal of sailing around the world. How to cope with life or death situations, isolation in the middle of the Atlantic, food shortages and crisis decision making, as well as how to get along with each other are all covered in this week's podcast and we hope it helps everyone out there by sharing some lessons learned. Please stay well.

The Importance of Putting

Sat, 14 Mar 2020 16:00:00 -0400

In this first podcast Frank Thomas and Valerie Melvin discuss putting, which is 45% of your score. They discuss how to avoid missing short putts, how to control distance, as well as understanding your putter. In addition you can learn more about the Frankly Certified Putting Instructor course.