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Cleveland



GolfBetter Host Tom Brassell and Edwin Watts Golf Technical specialist Kenny Nicholson talk with Cleveland Golf's David Hunter and Scott Carlyle, Business Unit Leaders for Wedges and Irons respectively. David and Scott discuss how the changes in rules with regard to grooves on irons and wedges effect the development of Cleveland products, specifically the new CG15 wedges and CG7 Tour Irons. Also, be sure to register to win a new CG15 wedge, courtesy of Cleveland Golf.


Jesse Ortiz



Master Club Designer, Jesse Ortiz of Bobby Jones Golf Company, joins Edwin Watts Golf technical specialist Kenny Nicholson and GolfBetter host Tom Brassell in this episode. Jesse discusses his history as a club designer beginning with his days at Orlimar Golf, his philosophy in club design, new and innovative hybrids and wedges offered by Bobby Jones golf and the mistakes that most players make when hitting hybrids. Jesse also kindly offers a free wedge and hybrid that 2 lucky listeners will be able to register to win.


Boo Weekley



Edwin Watts Golf technical specialist Kenny Nicholson and GolfBetter host Tom Brassell, talk with PGA Tour veteran Boo Weekley courtesy of Cleveland/Srixon Golf. Boo discusses his life and times prior to joining the PGA Tour, what's in his bag with regard his specific Cleveland equipment, his change to playing the Srixon ball earlier this year, his thoughts on Junior golf and his memories of the 2008 Ryder Cup.


Ask Kenny



Host Tom Brassell and technical specialist Kenny Nicholson back in studio answer listener questions during this Ask Kenny episode. Kenny discusses his putting lesson with Pat O'Brien and answers questions regarding recommended golf balls for an average swing speed, shafts for a higher launch in fairway woods, how to know if you've hit the driver 'sweet', driver choices for ladies and if it's right to make the switch from cavity back to forged irons.


Nike



Host Tom Brassell and technical specialist Kenny Nicholson continue with the GolfBetter Podcast road show, recording this episode on location at Nike's International Testing and Development facility in Fort Worth, TX. Tom and Kenny spend time with Nike representative, Matt Plumb. Matt gives the listeners an “Audio Tour” of this unique facility which includes equipment testing (COR, MOI, durability, etc.), custom fitting, club design and long term strategic planning.


SeeMore Putters



GolfBetter host Tom Brassell and Edwin Watts Golf technical specialist, Kenny Nicholson meet in studio with SeeMore Putter Company Owner and Managing Partner, Jim Grundberg. Jim discusses the Rifle Scope Technology used by SeeMore Putters, the history behind the company including the 2 Major Championship victories by players using the SeeMore Putter (1999 U.S. Open by Payne Stewart & 2007 Masters by Zach Johnson) and how the putter can help the average player. Kenny and Tom also announce the winners of the Adidas mens and ladies golf shoes.


Ask Kenny July 2009



Techincal Specialist Kenny Nicholson and host Tom Brassell answer questions submitted from listeners on this “Ask Kenny” episode. Discussion topics include GPS devices, ball types that suit players of average skill level, shaft fitting in driver heads, 9.5 degree driver loft versus 10.5 degree and putting training aid devices.