Son of a Butch with Claude Harmon

Stress-free golf isn’t guesswork—it’s awareness. Ryan Crysler joins Claude to explain why tracking your data matters at every level, how to practice smarter with the clubs you actually use, and how on-course games can quickly level up your short game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you’re losing strokes on par 5s, it’s a strategy problem. Claude explains why these holes are the easiest opportunity to gain shots, and how better planning and decision-making can immediately improve your score. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Claude welcomes top coach Dana Dahlquist to discuss swing mechanics, his work with Bryson DeChambeau, and the evolving future of golf coaching. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Claude walks through five core principles that will help improve your golf swing. Excellence isn’t a singular act, it’s a habit. By committing to these principles every time you step onto the driving range or the course, you’ll see a real impact on your execution. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

High performance coach Nic Catterall joins Claude to break down the launch of Auden’s Golf Performance in Jacksonville, why most golfers warm up the wrong way, and what it’s like coaching Cam Smith at the highest level. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Claude dives into Anthony Kim's incredible win on LIVE this past Sunday in Adelaide. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In his pursuit to help you lower your scores, Claude breaks down why process matters more than outcome. Chasing results leads to bad decisions, while committing to the process keeps your focus on what you can control — the simplest way to add real consistency to your game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Claude shares four non-negotiables every golfer should be playing by in 2026 — standards that eliminate guesswork, improve course management, and actually lower scores in 2026. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

No golfer is perfect, but the best golfers know how to miss better. Claude talks about owning your miss, identifying your miss pattern, and using that information to improve course management, strategy, and scoring. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Claude Harmon’s New Year’s resolution for golfers: stop chasing perfect. Because perfect is the enemy of progress. In this episode, we dive into why functional golf matters more than flawless swings and why the game ultimately comes down to one question — how good are your bad shots? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Claude breaks down how just 30 minutes can be an effective practice session — whether you’re in the technical phase, the transfer/integration phase, or the execution/performance phase. The key is knowing which phase you’re in and making sure every practice session, every swing, and every ball you hit has a purpose. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Claude and Ryan Crysler dive into how better strategy and game planning can free you from obsessing over technique — and help you finally reach your target score. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most golfers slow down when the weather cools, but Claude says the off-season is where real progress happens. He breaks down practical ways to use the winter months to level up your game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Claude sits down with English pro Laurie Canter, who’s on the brink of earning his PGA Tour card at the DP World Tour Championship, to talk career milestones, preparation, and what’s next. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Practicing — and how you practice — can be one of the biggest drivers of improvement in your golf game…or one of the biggest roadblocks. Inspired by the idea that it’s often the process that fails, not the player, Claude explores why adopting a “No Blame” approach to practice can unlock more growth, more confidence, and better results. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Claude breaks down Nick Saban’s famous 24-hour rule — the idea that players and coaches get one day to celebrate a win or learn from a loss before shifting focus to what’s next. He explores how adopting that same mindset can benefit every golfer, from weekend players to competitors: taking time to recognize what you did well, being honest about what needs work, and then letting go so you can move forward with confidence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Claude welcomes Senior Instructor and Coach Ryan Crysler back to the pod to break down The Bogey-Proof Blueprint Game — a game he’s developed to help players stop chasing scores and start thinking like risk managers. It’s a mindset shift: par or better is a win, over par is a loss, and the perfect score? 18–0. Follow Ryan's @GolfChaosManaged on Instagram for more golf drills and skills for the winning disciplined golfer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Claude catches up with his longtime friend Bob Philion, the man who helped build Puma Golf from the ground up. They talk about his rise to leading Puma North America, how athletes and influencers shape modern sports marketing, and what’s next for one of golf’s most forward-thinking executives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Claude welcomes instructor Matt Gallant to the podcast for a conversation about the fine line between good and great players. Matt shares lessons from his own journey as both a competitor and coach — from facing Brandt Snedeker in high school to now teaching at The Floridian. They discuss the mental edge that separates elite golfers, why pros constantly tweak their swings, and the importance of balancing technical knowledge with on-course instincts. Plus, Matt and Claude reflect on the shared challenge — and joy — of a game that’s never easy to master. ______ This podcast is brought to you by PLATFORM Golf — the first-of-its-kind technology transforming off-course golf. Ever feel like practicing indoors never truly prepares you for real course conditions? PLATFORM Golf solves that. Their TrueSlope platform brings uneven lies and breaking putts indoors, fully integrated with most golf simulators. It’s not just realistic — it’s immersive. From sidehill lies to sloping greens, PLATFORM creates an experience that feels like you’re actually on the course. Whether you’re a weekend player or a tour-level pro, this is the future of off-course golf. Learn more at platformgolf.com and discover why I, along with many of the world’s top PGA teaching professionals, trust PLATFORM Golf to elevate teaching, training, and performance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Claude welcomes Ben Giunta, owner of The Tour Van, to discuss his career, his experience fitting pros on both the PGA Tour and LIV, and how he applies that expertise to help amateur golfers find the perfect equipment for their game. ______ This podcast is brought to you by PLATFORM Golf — the first-of-its-kind technology transforming off-course golf. Ever feel like practicing indoors never truly prepares you for real course conditions? PLATFORM Golf solves that. Their TrueSlope platform brings uneven lies and breaking putts indoors, fully integrated with most golf simulators. It’s not just realistic — it’s immersive. From sidehill lies to sloping greens, PLATFORM creates an experience that feels like you’re actually on the course. Whether you’re a weekend player or a tour-level pro, this is the future of off-course golf. Learn more at platformgolf.com and discover why I, along with many of the world’s top PGA teaching professionals, trust PLATFORM Golf to elevate teaching, training, and performance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.